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VRB 766K

1972 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jun 2027
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

5,740 mi
Last recorded5,740 miles
Recorded on26 May 2026
Typical for 1972 MG B37,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVRB 766K
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 May 2026 5,740 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2025 5,262 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2024 4,877 miles
Pass 26 May 2023 4,622 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2022 4,344 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2021 4,045 miles

Nearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone rear bushes worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone bushes worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 9 Apr 2021 4,045 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone rear bushes worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone bushes worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Apr 2019 3,542 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2019 3,542 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 19 Mar 2018 3,212 miles

Slight play at offside front wheel

Pass 14 Mar 2017 2,845 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2016 2,412 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2015 2,405 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2015 42,399 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2014 2,334 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2013 1,766 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2012 1,620 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2011 37 miles

Offside Front Lower Front suspension retaining device missing (2.5.A.4)

Pass 27 Jun 2011 37 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2010 1,817 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2009 1,407 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2008 326 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2006 6 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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VRB 766K is a 1972 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 VRB 766K, 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 VRB 766K?

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What year was VRB 766K registered?

VRB 766K is a 1972 MG B, first registered on 1 July 1972.

Is VRB 766K safe to buy?

The MOT history for VRB 766K shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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