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COV 709K

1972 MG B

White Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Apr 2019
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

40,624 mi
Last recorded40,624 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2018
Typical for 1972 MG B37,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCOV 709K
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1972
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 25 Apr 2018 40,624 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2017 40,603 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2015 40,574 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2014 40,527 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2013 40,503 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2012 40,414 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2011 40,138 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2010 40,125 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2009 40,123 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2007 40,121 miles

Nearside rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Pass 24 Jul 2006 40,119 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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COV 709K is a 1972 MG B in White with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 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 COV 709K, 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 COV 709K?

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What year was COV 709K registered?

COV 709K is a 1972 MG B, first registered on 7 April 1972.

Is COV 709K safe to buy?

The MOT history for COV 709K shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does COV 709K have outstanding finance?

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