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WEV 939L

1972 MG B

White Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2018
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

49,168 mi
Last recorded49,168 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2017
Typical for 1972 MG B37,468 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWEV 939L
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1972
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2017 49,168 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both (2.4.G.2)

Pass 28 Apr 2016 48,952 miles

Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush 'D' bushes (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush outer pin (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush outer pin (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Rear nearside and offside, leaf spring central rubber mountings perishing

drivers seatbelt slow to retract

wipers smearing slightly

Pass 19 Feb 2015 48,147 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2014 47,421 miles

slight wear in o/s +n/s front bottom swivel joints

Pass 15 Jun 2013 47,339 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2011 47,324 miles

slight wear /lift in o/s king pin

Pass 2 Aug 2010 47,297 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2009 47,216 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2008 47,177 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2007 45,964 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2006 46,361 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2006 46,361 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Front Lower Suspension arm which is adjustable, locking device insecure (2.4.G.1)

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer torn (7.2.4c)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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WEV 939L is a 1972 MG B in White with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 WEV 939L, 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 WEV 939L registered?

WEV 939L is a 1972 MG B, first registered on 3 November 1972.

Is WEV 939L safe to buy?

The MOT history for WEV 939L shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does WEV 939L have outstanding finance?

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