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DAU 10L

1972 MG B

Green Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Sep 2017
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

51,191 mi
Last recorded51,191 miles
Recorded on28 Sep 2016
Typical for 1972 MG B37,468 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDAU 10L
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1972
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Sep 2016 51,191 miles

rear brakes binding on slightly

rear brakes just in balance

Pass 27 Apr 2009 51,184 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Offside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

rear window poor condition

underbody undersealed & signs of weld repairs

Pass 18 Apr 2008 51,178 miles

Centre Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

rear fuel pipe poor condition

rear window dirty

underbody heavily undersealed

Fail 18 Apr 2008 51,178 miles

Centre Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

rear fuel pipe poor condition

rear window dirty

underbody heavily undersealed

Pass 30 Sep 2006 51,046 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2006 51,046 miles

Brake cable has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly chafed (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 15 Sep 2005 50,911 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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DAU 10L is a 1972 MG B in Green with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 DAU 10L, 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 DAU 10L?

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What year was DAU 10L registered?

DAU 10L is a 1972 MG B, first registered on 1 August 1972.

Is DAU 10L safe to buy?

The MOT history for DAU 10L shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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