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DBT 877L

1972 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jul 2018
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

32,881 mi
Last recorded32,881 miles
Recorded on5 Jul 2017
Typical for 1972 MG B37,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDBT 877L
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Jul 2017 32,881 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2016 31,142 miles

Front wheel bearing has slight play both (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel n/s rackend (2.2.A.1b)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil damper arm seal (2.7.3)

Offside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 7 Jul 2015 28,746 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2014 27,475 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2013 26,882 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2012 25,690 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2011 23,489 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 17 May 2010 23,145 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 17 May 2010 23,145 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2009 22,812 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2008 22,109 miles

Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

Pass 16 Jul 2007 21,752 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2006 21,345 miles

slight free movement in n/s/f upper & lower king pin / trunnions . parking brake only just passes at 26% .

Pass 22 Sep 2005 21,336 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2005 21,333 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Lower Axle king pin has excessive play in pin and/or bush adversely affecting the steering (2.5.A.3a)

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

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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DBT 877L is a 1972 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 DBT 877L, 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 DBT 877L registered?

DBT 877L is a 1972 MG B, first registered on 1 August 1972.

Is DBT 877L safe to buy?

The MOT history for DBT 877L shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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