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VFC 908K

1972 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jun 2027
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

78,283 mi
Last recorded78,283 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2026
Typical for 1972 MG B37,468 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVFC 908K
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2026 78,283 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2025 77,729 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2024 77,198 miles
Pass 25 May 2022 76,284 miles
Fail 25 May 2022 76,284 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 14 Sep 2018 74,951 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2017 74,502 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2016 74,119 miles

o/s/f brake slight bind

rear brakes slightly out of balance

Pass 21 Sep 2015 73,778 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2015 73,778 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Parking brake lever ratchet mechanism is excessively worn (3.1.5)

Pass 17 Sep 2014 73,305 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2013 72,744 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2012 72,246 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2011 71,636 miles

Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Slight play in rack

Pass 2 Sep 2010 71,030 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2009 70,356 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2009 70,355 miles

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

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Steering rack damaged and unserviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Pass 23 Jul 2008 69,053 miles

entire underside heavily black

front brake pipe looks as if it should be supported at the chassis body

no hazard fitted

slight uneven take up on rear brakes

water leak from bottom hose

Pass 5 Sep 2007 68,959 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2007 68,959 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 15 Aug 2006 68,832 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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VFC 908K is a 1972 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 VFC 908K, 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

How do I check the history of VFC 908K?

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What year was VFC 908K registered?

VFC 908K is a 1972 MG B, first registered on 15 February 1972.

Is VFC 908K safe to buy?

The MOT history for VFC 908K shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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