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WPV 260L

1972 MG B

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Apr 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

36,530 mi
Last recorded36,530 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2026
Typical for 1972 MG B37,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWPV 260L
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1972
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2026 36,530 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2025 36,432 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2023 36,412 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2023 36,405 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn both bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn both bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 4 May 2021 36,369 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2019 36,363 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2018 36,344 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2017 36,321 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2016 36,278 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2015 36,254 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2014 35,501 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2013 35,370 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2012 34,883 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2011 34,756 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2010 34,594 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2009 34,253 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2008 33,893 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2007 33,162 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2006 32,531 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2005 31,657 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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WPV 260L is a 1972 MG B in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 WPV 260L, 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 WPV 260L?

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What year was WPV 260L registered?

WPV 260L is a 1972 MG B, first registered on 1 August 1972.

Is WPV 260L safe to buy?

The MOT history for WPV 260L shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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