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TWT 456L

1972 MG B GT

Orange Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Sep 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

12,887 mi
Last recorded12,887 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2017
Typical for 1972 MG B GT41,520 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTWT 456L
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1972
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2017 12,887 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2016 12,363 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2015 12,004 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2014 11,365 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2013 10,478 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2012 9,972 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2011 9,307 miles

Both front tyres worn on inner tread

Slight lift in steering colum

Slight play in n/s/f wheel bearing

Pass 23 Aug 2010 8,395 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2009 69,755 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2008 6,755 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

offside front brake slightly binding

Pass 16 Aug 2007 6,108 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2007 6,001 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting damaged and its strength is seriously reduced (2.4.G.1)

Pass 3 Aug 2006 5,259 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2006 5,259 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Fail 27 Apr 2006 5,154 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Nearside Inner Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Offside Inner Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

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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TWT 456L is a 1972 MG B GT in Orange with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 TWT 456L, 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 TWT 456L?

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What year was TWT 456L registered?

TWT 456L is a 1972 MG B GT, first registered on 6 October 1972.

Is TWT 456L safe to buy?

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