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DBD 99K

1972 MG B

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jun 2018
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

92,310 mi
Last recorded92,310 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2017
Typical for 1972 MG B37,468 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDBD 99K
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1972
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2017 92,310 miles

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated anchor pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement front bush (2.4.B.2)

Fail 8 Jun 2017 92,310 miles

Central Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Front Body has a projection caused by corrosion floor panel (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Front Inner Body has a projection caused by corrosion sill (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Front Inner Body has a projection caused by corrosion sill strengthening panel (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated anchor pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement front bush (2.4.B.2)

Pass 16 Aug 2013 92,255 miles

play in offside trunion

Pass 14 Aug 2012 92,106 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

Fail 13 Aug 2012 92,106 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)

Indicator switch faulty (1.4.A.1)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

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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DBD 99K is a 1972 MG B in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 DBD 99K, 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

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What year was DBD 99K registered?

DBD 99K is a 1972 MG B, first registered on 7 February 1972.

Is DBD 99K safe to buy?

The MOT history for DBD 99K shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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