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UJO 294K

1972 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Feb 2019
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

33,401 mi
Last recorded33,401 miles
Recorded on5 Feb 2018
Typical for 1972 MG B37,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUJO 294K
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Feb 2018 33,401 miles
Pass 14 May 2016 33,330 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2015 33,191 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2014 32,758 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2013 32,361 miles

nuts and bolts retaining o/s wishbone may not have locking devices!!!

steering lock notworking

unable to fully check underside of vehicle due to an excess of sealent

Fail 8 Feb 2013 32,358 miles

Indicator switch faulty (1.4.A.1)

nuts and bolts retaining o/s wishbone may not have locking devices!!!

steering lock notworking

unable to fully check underside of vehicle due to an excess of sealent

Pass 18 May 2010 31,927 miles

pos. small leak at fuel pump!

unable to fully check for corrosion due to an excess of underseal

Pass 26 Sep 2008 46,584 miles

Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

tyre pressures low!

unable to fully check welded repairs due to an execss of sealant

Pass 3 Jul 2007 28,851 miles

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

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

advanced corrosion to underside of vehicle

steering slightly stiff

unable to fully check some welded repairs and corrosion due to an excess of under seal

Fail 15 Jun 2007 28,851 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

advanced corrosion to under side of of vehicle

clip holding on n/s/r wheel clyinder may not be fully home

unable to fully check welded repairs and corrosion due to an excess of under seal

Pass 4 Jun 2005 26,632 miles

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

PLAY IN BOTH SIDES OF STEERING RACK (LIFT) † †UNABLE TO FULLY CHECK WELDED REPAIRS TO N/S OUTER DUE TO EXCESS PAINT

Fail 27 May 2005 26,568 miles

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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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UJO 294K is a 1972 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 UJO 294K, 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 UJO 294K registered?

UJO 294K is a 1972 MG B, first registered on 1 February 1972.

Is UJO 294K safe to buy?

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