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VJL 389L

1972 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Apr 2024
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

72,431 mi
Last recorded72,431 miles
Recorded on19 Apr 2023
Typical for 1972 MG B37,468 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVJL 389L
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Apr 2023 72,431 miles

vehicle in nice condition

Pass 28 Apr 2022 72,207 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2021 71,886 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2020 71,744 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2019 71,601 miles
Pass 11 May 2018 71,308 miles

vehicle in very nice condition

Pass 4 May 2017 71,128 miles
Pass 5 May 2016 70,932 miles
Pass 23 May 2015 70,259 miles
Pass 14 May 2014 70,076 miles
Fail 14 May 2014 70,076 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Pass 1 May 2013 69,661 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2012 69,471 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2011 69,343 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2010 69,148 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2009 68,906 miles
Pass 9 May 2008 68,431 miles
Fail 9 May 2008 68,431 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3) DANGEROUS

Pass 9 May 2007 68,061 miles
Pass 10 May 2006 67,697 miles
Fail 9 May 2006 67,697 miles

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

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

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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VJL 389L 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 85.7%.

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 VJL 389L, 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 VJL 389L?

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What year was VJL 389L registered?

VJL 389L is a 1972 MG B, first registered on 14 September 1972.

Is VJL 389L safe to buy?

The MOT history for VJL 389L shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VJL 389L have outstanding finance?

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