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VRA 525K

1972 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Apr 2027
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

12,760 mi
Last recorded12,760 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2026
Typical for 1972 MG B37,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVRA 525K
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2026 12,760 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2026 12,731 miles

Fuel system component leaking carb overflow vent pipe (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension locking device missing split pin (5.3.6 (b))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Steering locking device ineffective track rod end lock nut loose (2.1.3 (d))

Offside Front Lower Suspension locking device missing split pin (5.3.6 (b))

Offside Front Steering locking device ineffective track rod end lock nut loose (2.1.3 (d))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Dec 2011 12,609 miles

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

Nearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Fail 13 Sep 2011 12,609 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Driver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

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

Pass 28 Mar 2009 8,659 miles

back box loose

slight play in front king pins

Pass 3 Feb 2006 8,626 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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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VRA 525K is a 1972 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 VRA 525K, 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 VRA 525K registered?

VRA 525K is a 1972 MG B, first registered on 1 June 1972.

Is VRA 525K safe to buy?

The MOT history for VRA 525K shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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