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SCW 776K

1972 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Mar 2019
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

44,160 mi
Last recorded44,160 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2018
Typical for 1972 MG B37,468 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSCW 776K
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2018 44,160 miles

Front Propshaft universal joint worn ()

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Rear Propshaft universal joint worn ()

Pass 13 Mar 2017 44,139 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2016 44,066 miles

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 19 Mar 2015 44,021 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2013 43,855 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2012 43,752 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2011 43,421 miles

Headlamp main beam warning lamp not working

Fail 5 Apr 2011 43,421 miles

Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Headlamp main beam warning lamp not working

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 16 Dec 2009 43,144 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2008 42,754 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2008 42,715 miles

Nearside Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 7 Jun 2007 42,267 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2006 41,632 miles

battery insecure

headlamp main beam warning lamp not working

oil leak

sill covers fitted

underbody heavily undersealed

Fail 12 Jun 2006 41,627 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d) DANGEROUS

Steering system excessively tight (2.2.D.1) DANGEROUS

battery insecure

headlamp main beam warning lamp not working

oil leak

sill covers fitted

under body heavily undersealed

How Reliable is the MG B?

Based on 191,608 MOT tests across 19,443 vehicles.

78.1%
Pass Rate
381
Miles/Year
63
Year Lifespan
19,443
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 5,224
brake binding 4,089
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 3,715
Stop lamp not working 3,343
Steering rack gaiter split 2,887
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SCW 776K is a 1972 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 1972 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.5% with a typical mileage of 37,468 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a MG B fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 5,224 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SCW 776K, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG B typically stays on UK roads for around 63 years. At 54 years old, this MG B is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of SCW 776K?

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What year was SCW 776K registered?

SCW 776K is a 1972 MG B, first registered on 1 April 1972.

Is SCW 776K safe to buy?

The MOT history for SCW 776K shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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