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CTR 421K

1972 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jul 2027
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

22,042 mi
Last recorded22,042 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2026
Typical for 1972 MG B37,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCTR 421K
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2026 22,042 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2025 21,651 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2024 19,288 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2023 19,030 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2022 18,685 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2021 18,239 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2020 17,623 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2019 16,789 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2018 16,099 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2017 12,974 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2016 11,790 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2016 11,790 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 2 Jun 2015 10,861 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2014 10,198 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2013 9,317 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2012 8,373 miles

Steering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)

Pass 23 Nov 2011 7,593 miles

Rear Stop lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Steering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)

Pass 13 Nov 2010 5,976 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2010 5,976 miles

Nearside Front Wheel insecure (4.2.A.1c)

Offside Front Wheel insecure (4.2.A.1c)

Pass 24 Nov 2009 4,396 miles

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

both front tyres old and starting to perish

Fail 23 Nov 2009 4,393 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

both front tyres old and starting to perish

Pass 17 Jul 2009 4,285 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2009 4,285 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel nut(s) loose (4.2.A.1e)

Pass 22 Jul 2008 3,804 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

all 4 tyres old and nsr tyre sidewall perishing badly due to age advise replace tyres soon

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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CTR 421K is a 1972 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 CTR 421K, 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 CTR 421K?

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What year was CTR 421K registered?

CTR 421K is a 1972 MG B, first registered on 24 March 1972.

Is CTR 421K safe to buy?

The MOT history for CTR 421K shows 24 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does CTR 421K have outstanding finance?

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