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UWH 874K

1972 MG Mgb

Red Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Aug 2020
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

21,469 mi
Last recorded21,469 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2019
Typical for 1972 MG Mgb30,860 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUWH 874K
MakeMG
ModelMgb
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Aug 2019 21,469 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2019 21,469 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Fail 1 Oct 2014 20,821 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Pass 1 Oct 2014 20,821 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 12 Oct 2009 20,806 miles

Oil leak

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Fail 17 Jun 2008 20,642 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 17 Jun 2008 20,642 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2006 20,228 miles

How Reliable is the MG Mgb?

Based on 26,893 MOT tests across 2,439 vehicles.

77.2%
Pass Rate
382
Miles/Year
63
Year Lifespan
2,439
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 736
Stop lamp not working 551
brake binding 549
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 531
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 460
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UWH 874K is a 1972 MG Mgb in Red with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 1972 MG Mgb models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.7% with a typical mileage of 30,860 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 Mgb fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 736 recorded failures. If you're considering buying UWH 874K, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG Mgb typically stays on UK roads for around 63 years. At 54 years old, this MG Mgb is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of UWH 874K?

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What year was UWH 874K registered?

UWH 874K is a 1972 MG Mgb, first registered on 5 January 1972.

Is UWH 874K safe to buy?

The MOT history for UWH 874K shows 8 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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