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SWA 45L

1972 MG B GT

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Mar 2023
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

26,143 mi
Last recorded26,143 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2022
Typical for 1972 MG B GT41,520 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSWA 45L
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Mar 2022 26,143 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2020 25,895 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2019 25,496 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2018 25,256 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2017 25,043 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2016 24,700 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2015 24,177 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2014 23,667 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2013 23,293 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2012 22,790 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2011 22,178 miles

Nearside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Offside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Pass 22 Oct 2010 21,613 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2009 20,745 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2008 19,945 miles

Battery boxes corroded.

Fail 7 Nov 2008 19,935 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Battery boxes corroded.

Floor to inner sill underside of O/S front wing corroded not within 30cm of component MTG.

Pass 9 Nov 2007 19,079 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2006 18,036 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2005 16,988 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2005 16,988 miles

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

Offside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Fail 7 Nov 2005 16,979 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6.D2)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

How Reliable is the MG B GT?

Based on 132,623 MOT tests across 14,879 vehicles.

74.5%
Pass Rate
458
Miles/Year
60
Year Lifespan
14,879
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 4,350
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 4,119
brake binding 3,855
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 3,693
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 3,413
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SWA 45L is a 1972 MG B GT in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

Across all 1972 MG B GT models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.1% with a typical mileage of 41,520 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG B GT fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 4,350 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SWA 45L, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG B GT typically stays on UK roads for around 60 years. At 54 years old, this MG B GT is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of SWA 45L?

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What year was SWA 45L registered?

SWA 45L is a 1972 MG B GT, first registered on 2 October 1972.

Is SWA 45L safe to buy?

The MOT history for SWA 45L shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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