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VPT 696L

1972 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Nov 2021
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

20,998 mi
Last recorded20,998 miles
Recorded on9 Nov 2020
Typical for 1972 MG B37,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVPT 696L
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Nov 2020 20,998 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2019 20,941 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2018 20,935 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Nearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 23 Oct 2017 20,877 miles

Lower Steering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 10 Nov 2016 20,215 miles

Nearside battery tray corroded

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

Pass 12 Oct 2015 19,735 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2014 18,785 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 7 Nov 2014 18,785 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2013 17,856 miles

Nearside Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 9 Nov 2012 16,846 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2011 16,181 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 12 Oct 2011 16,181 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2010 14,918 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2009 14,264 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2008 13,443 miles

n/s/f suspension bump stop missing

slight play in n/s steering rack end

Fail 16 Oct 2008 13,442 miles

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

n/s/f suspension bump stop missing

slight play in n/s steering rack end

Pass 17 Oct 2007 12,573 miles

Nearside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

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

fuel pump damp

n/s/f suspension bump stop missing

Fail 16 Oct 2007 12,571 miles

Nearside Front brake caliper locking device insecure (3.5.1l)

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

Offside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

Offside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Steering column universal joint has excessive play (2.1.5)

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

Nearside Rear Wheel insecure (4.2.A.1c) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

fuel pump damp

n/s/f suspension bump stop missing

Pass 21 Sep 2006 12,169 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2005 10,772 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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VPT 696L is a 1972 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 VPT 696L, 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 VPT 696L registered?

VPT 696L is a 1972 MG B, first registered on 4 August 1972.

Is VPT 696L safe to buy?

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