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DKE 371K

1972 MG B

Orange Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 May 2022
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

53,354 mi
Last recorded53,354 miles
Recorded on8 May 2021
Typical for 1972 MG B37,468 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDKE 371K
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1972
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 8 May 2021 53,354 miles

Nearside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn kingpin bushies have lift/play (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner wishbone bushies perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill panel has surface rust (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip/damage in the wiper swept area (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in an anchor pin and/or bush perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn kingpin bushies have lift/play (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner wishbone bushies perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Electrical wiring insecure around battery and electric fuel pump area (4.11 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in an anchor pin and/or bush perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill panel has surface rust (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing dust cover loose (5.3.2 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive lower engine area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive rear of gearbox area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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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DKE 371K is a 1972 MG B in Orange with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test 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 DKE 371K, 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 DKE 371K?

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What year was DKE 371K registered?

DKE 371K is a 1972 MG B, first registered on 1 September 1972.

Is DKE 371K safe to buy?

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