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WVR 959L

1972 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Sep 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

69,612 mi
Last recorded69,612 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2017
Typical for 1972 MG B37,468 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWVR 959L
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2017 69,612 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2016 69,565 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2015 69,433 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2014 69,334 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2013 69,202 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2013 69,199 miles

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Pass 3 Sep 2012 68,956 miles

Slight corrosion under body.

Pass 25 Aug 2011 68,894 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2010 68,637 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2009 68,353 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2008 82,955 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2007 82,650 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2006 82,430 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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WVR 959L 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 92.3%.

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 WVR 959L, 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 WVR 959L?

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What year was WVR 959L registered?

WVR 959L is a 1972 MG B, first registered on 15 December 1972.

Is WVR 959L safe to buy?

The MOT history for WVR 959L shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does WVR 959L have outstanding finance?

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