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UJO 735K

1972 MG B

Orange Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Nov 2020
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

20,973 mi
Last recorded20,973 miles
Recorded on18 May 2019
Typical for 1972 MG B37,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUJO 735K
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1972
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 May 2019 20,973 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn king pin bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn king pin (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 12 Mar 2019 20,973 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Service brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.2.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 19 Jul 2017 20,951 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak ()

exhaust system damaged and slight blow

general front suspension corrosion

rear differential oil leak

Pass 24 Apr 2014 20,870 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2012 20,250 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2011 19,737 miles

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

Pass 18 Aug 2010 19,098 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2009 18,023 miles

Battery insecure

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.B.7)

Pass 29 Aug 2008 16,593 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2007 14,852 miles

as with vt30

Fail 4 Jul 2007 14,849 miles

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has a deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Nearside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 9 Jun 2006 12,786 miles

as with vt30

Fail 7 Jun 2006 12,781 miles

Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

o/s/f trunion slight lift

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 735K is a 1972 MG B in Orange with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 735K, 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 735K registered?

UJO 735K is a 1972 MG B, first registered on 16 February 1972.

Is UJO 735K safe to buy?

The MOT history for UJO 735K shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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