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UBX 464L

1972 MG B

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jun 2018
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

74,479 mi
Last recorded74,479 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2017
Typical for 1972 MG B37,468 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUBX 464L
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1972
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2017 74,479 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2017 74,479 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 4 Jun 2016 74,376 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2015 74,206 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2015 74,206 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 27 May 2014 74,186 miles
Pass 29 May 2013 74,037 miles
Pass 14 May 2012 73,784 miles
Fail 11 May 2012 73,784 miles

Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 21 May 2011 73,735 miles
Fail 21 May 2011 73,735 miles

Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

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

Pass 21 May 2010 73,668 miles
Fail 21 May 2010 73,668 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 23 May 2009 73,516 miles

reg.plate lamps dim. o/s/f/top trunion bushs have slight movement

Pass 29 May 2008 73,432 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2007 73,250 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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UBX 464L is a 1972 MG B in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 UBX 464L, 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

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What year was UBX 464L registered?

UBX 464L is a 1972 MG B, first registered on 24 November 1972.

Is UBX 464L safe to buy?

The MOT history for UBX 464L shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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