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SST 580K

1972 MG B

Red Diesel 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jan 2021
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

65,488 mi
Last recorded65,488 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2019
Typical for 1972 MG B37,468 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSST 580K
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2019 65,488 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2017 65,266 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2016 65,154 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2015 64,985 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2015 64,981 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Pass 14 May 2014 64,491 miles
Pass 31 May 2013 63,858 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

o/s/r brake drum back plate wet

Pass 11 Jun 2012 63,490 miles
Fail 29 May 2012 63,430 miles

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

Pass 19 May 2011 62,641 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2010 61,436 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Pass 10 Jun 2010 61,436 miles

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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SST 580K is a 1972 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 SST 580K, 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

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What year was SST 580K registered?

SST 580K is a 1972 MG B, first registered on 22 May 1972.

Is SST 580K safe to buy?

The MOT history for SST 580K shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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