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TST 524L

1972 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jul 2018
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

14,054 mi
Last recorded14,054 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2017
Typical for 1972 MG B37,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTST 524L
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2017 14,054 miles

Play in offside of steering rack

Fail 15 Jul 2017 14,054 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

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

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed sidewall (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Play in offside of steering rack

Pass 6 May 2016 13,238 miles
Fail 6 May 2016 13,238 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 1 May 2015 12,229 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Oil leak

Fail 24 Apr 2015 12,229 miles

Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

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

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Oil leak

Pass 3 Jun 2014 11,527 miles
Pass 24 May 2013 11,417 miles
Pass 29 May 2012 11,272 miles
Fail 29 May 2012 11,272 miles

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

rear axle drop straps corroded off ? ;

Pass 17 May 2011 10,998 miles

rear axle drop straps missing ? advise refitting ;

Pass 17 May 2010 10,676 miles
Pass 20 May 2009 10,380 miles
Pass 15 May 2008 10,055 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2007 9,775 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2006 9,405 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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TST 524L is a 1972 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 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 TST 524L, 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

How do I check the history of TST 524L?

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What year was TST 524L registered?

TST 524L is a 1972 MG B, first registered on 23 August 1972.

Is TST 524L safe to buy?

The MOT history for TST 524L shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does TST 524L have outstanding finance?

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