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SWB 111L

1972 MG B GT

Turquoise Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Oct 2018
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

20,591 mi
Last recorded20,591 miles
Recorded on5 Oct 2017
Typical for 1972 MG B GT41,520 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSWB 111L
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1972
ColourTurquoise
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Oct 2017 20,591 miles

Offside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 2 Sep 2016 20,582 miles

front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Fail 1 Sep 2016 20,582 miles

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

front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 17 Jun 2015 20,524 miles

front wheels slight binding

under side and outer sill corroded

Pass 17 Apr 2014 20,466 miles

surface rust under car

Pass 26 Sep 2012 20,416 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2011 20,184 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2010 20,072 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2009 20,060 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

slight brake bind on both front discs

Pass 13 Sep 2007 19,977 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 26 Sep 2006 19,838 miles

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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SWB 111L is a 1972 MG B GT in Turquoise with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 SWB 111L, 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

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What year was SWB 111L registered?

SWB 111L is a 1972 MG B GT, first registered on 12 October 1972.

Is SWB 111L safe to buy?

The MOT history for SWB 111L shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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