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SPC 375L

1972 MG Mgb

Green Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Apr 2017
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

54,953 mi
Last recorded54,953 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2016
Typical for 1972 MG Mgb30,860 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSPC 375L
MakeMG
ModelMgb
Year1972
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2016 54,953 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2016 54,953 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 22 Apr 2015 54,746 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2014 54,289 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2013 53,849 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2013 53,849 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Nearside Inner Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 23 Apr 2012 53,431 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2012 53,431 miles

All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 8 Apr 2011 52,871 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2010 52,153 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2010 52,141 miles

Fuel tank leaking (7.2.3)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 24 Apr 2009 51,354 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2009 51,354 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 23 Apr 2008 50,413 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2007 49,732 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2007 49,732 miles

Nearside Inner Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Inner Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 27 Mar 2006 48,683 miles

windowscreen has a crack.This will effect the mot if devellops to the swept area.

How Reliable is the MG Mgb?

Based on 26,893 MOT tests across 2,439 vehicles.

77.2%
Pass Rate
382
Miles/Year
63
Year Lifespan
2,439
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 736
Stop lamp not working 551
brake binding 549
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 531
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 460
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SPC 375L is a 1972 MG Mgb in Green with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

Across all 1972 MG Mgb models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.7% with a typical mileage of 30,860 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 Mgb fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 736 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SPC 375L, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of SPC 375L?

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What year was SPC 375L registered?

SPC 375L is a 1972 MG Mgb, first registered on 31 December 1972.

Is SPC 375L safe to buy?

The MOT history for SPC 375L shows 17 tests with a 64.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SPC 375L have outstanding finance?

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