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VTL 876K

1972 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Dec 2020
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

2,545 mi
Last recorded2,545 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2019
Typical for 1972 MG B37,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVTL 876K
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 4 Jun 2019 2,545 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Jul 2017 2,519 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2016 2,048 miles

Oil leak engine ()

Pass 7 Jul 2015 1,868 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2014 1,375 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2013 1,241 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2012 683 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2011 64,251 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2010 61,938 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2009 60,660 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

n/s/r halfshaft seal has a slight oil leak

Pass 3 Jul 2008 59,548 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2007 59,519 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2006 59,259 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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VTL 876K is a 1972 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 VTL 876K, 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 VTL 876K?

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What year was VTL 876K registered?

VTL 876K is a 1972 MG B, first registered on 10 March 1972.

Is VTL 876K safe to buy?

The MOT history for VTL 876K shows 13 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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