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URB 710K

1972 MG B

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Sep 2019
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

1,355 mi
Last recorded1,355 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2018
Typical for 1972 MG B37,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationURB 710K
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1972
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2018 1,355 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2018 1,355 miles

Road wheel more than one fixing loose n/s/f, and both rear (5.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Aug 2017 1,225 miles

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

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 5 Sep 2016 1,082 miles

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

Fail 5 Sep 2016 1,082 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

Pass 9 May 2015 901 miles

near side rear tyre worn on outer edge

Pass 15 May 2014 597 miles

near side rear tyre worn on outer edges

Fail 15 May 2014 597 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

near side rear tyre worn on outer edges

Pass 23 Apr 2013 312 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2013 311 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 21 Aug 2010 191 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2009 82 miles

nearside rear and offside rear tyres cracking and perishing

Fail 22 Aug 2009 82 miles

Steering column top bearing excessively worn (2.1.2c)

Offside Front Wheel insecure (4.2.A.1c) DANGEROUS

nearside rear and offside rear tyres cracking and perishing

Pass 1 Jul 2008 19,999 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2008 19,999 miles

An item not tested (Manual)

Nearside Track rod end ball pin shank loose (2.2.B.1c)

front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 21 Aug 2006 19,999 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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URB 710K 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 62.5%.

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 URB 710K, 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 URB 710K registered?

URB 710K is a 1972 MG B, first registered on 8 May 1972.

Is URB 710K safe to buy?

The MOT history for URB 710K shows 16 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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