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VBP 456K

1972 MG Mgb GT

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Apr 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

59,839 mi
Last recorded59,839 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2026
Typical for 1972 MG Mgb GT41,124 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVBP 456K
MakeMG
ModelMgb GT
Year1972
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2026 59,839 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2019 55,109 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2018 54,475 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2017 54,119 miles

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

slight exhaust blow at front

slight play in steering U/J under bonnet

Pass 22 Jun 2016 53,541 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2015 52,576 miles

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

Pass 1 Jul 2014 52,089 miles

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

Pass 8 Jul 2013 50,992 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2012 49,780 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2011 47,837 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2010 44,848 miles

tubes fitted to all tubless type tyres

Pass 14 Jul 2009 41,804 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 18 Jul 2008 37,430 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2007 32,999 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2005 32,940 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2005

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

How Reliable is the MG Mgb GT?

Based on 3,633 MOT tests across 342 vehicles.

74.8%
Pass Rate
484
Miles/Year
60
Year Lifespan
342
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 113
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 108
brake binding 88
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 70
Stop lamp not working 69
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VBP 456K is a 1972 MG Mgb GT in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 1972 MG Mgb GT models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.8% with a typical mileage of 41,124 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG Mgb GT fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 113 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VBP 456K, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG Mgb GT typically stays on UK roads for around 60 years. At 54 years old, this MG Mgb GT is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was VBP 456K registered?

VBP 456K is a 1972 MG Mgb GT, first registered on 12 May 1972.

Is VBP 456K safe to buy?

The MOT history for VBP 456K shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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