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SWY 771L

1972 MG Mgb

Green Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Aug 2019
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

17,214 mi
Last recorded17,214 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2018
Typical for 1972 MG Mgb30,860 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSWY 771L
MakeMG
ModelMgb
Year1972
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2018 17,214 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2018 17,213 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 9 May 2017 17,208 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe chafing (slight).

Pass 9 Apr 2016 17,195 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2015 17,143 miles

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 4 Oct 2014 17,109 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2013 16,570 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2012 16,344 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2011 15,580 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2010 15,169 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2009 14,779 miles

Nearside Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear Tie bar/rod rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 21 Aug 2008 14,347 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2007 13,952 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2006 13,575 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2005 13,431 miles

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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SWY 771L is a 1972 MG Mgb in Green with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 SWY 771L, 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 SWY 771L?

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What year was SWY 771L registered?

SWY 771L is a 1972 MG Mgb, first registered on 31 October 1972.

Is SWY 771L safe to buy?

The MOT history for SWY 771L shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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