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VVG 272K

1972 MG B

Green Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jul 2022
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

49,760 mi
Last recorded49,760 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2021
Typical for 1972 MG B37,468 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVVG 272K
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1972
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2021 49,760 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2021 49,760 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 2 Sep 2019 49,369 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2018 49,075 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2017 48,446 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2017 48,446 miles

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 22 Aug 2016 48,361 miles

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

Pass 26 Aug 2015 47,969 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 13 Jun 2013 47,610 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2012 47,143 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2011 46,881 miles
Pass 13 May 2010 46,777 miles
Pass 12 May 2009 46,466 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2008 45,657 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2006 45,139 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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VVG 272K is a 1972 MG B in Green with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 VVG 272K, 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 VVG 272K?

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What year was VVG 272K registered?

VVG 272K is a 1972 MG B, first registered on 14 June 1972.

Is VVG 272K safe to buy?

The MOT history for VVG 272K shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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