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DKJ 344K

1972 MG B

Black Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Mar 2026
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

63,101 mi
Last recorded63,101 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2025
Typical for 1972 MG B37,468 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDKJ 344K
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1972
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Mar 2025 63,101 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2017 62,507 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2016 62,321 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2015 62,097 miles

Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (3.6.C.3)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

all tyres perrished

Pass 22 Apr 2014 62,037 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Steering system slightly tight (2.2.D.1)

all tyres perrished

Pass 19 Apr 2013 61,954 miles

Coolant leak

Steering system slightly tight (2.2.D.1)

mainbeam warning dim

nearside rear axle strap broken

Fail 19 Apr 2013 61,943 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Coolant leak

Steering system slightly tight (2.2.D.1)

mainbeam warning dim

nearside rear axle strap broken

Pass 30 Mar 2012 61,878 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

mainbeam tell tale not working

Fail 30 Mar 2012 61,868 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

mainbeam tell tale not working

Pass 31 Mar 2011 61,718 miles

Offside Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Fail 31 Mar 2011 61,708 miles

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

Offside Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Fail 21 Apr 2010 61,524 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 21 Apr 2010 61,524 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2009 61,304 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2008 61,003 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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DKJ 344K is a 1972 MG B in Black with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 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 DKJ 344K, 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 DKJ 344K?

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What year was DKJ 344K registered?

DKJ 344K is a 1972 MG B, first registered on 18 April 1972.

Is DKJ 344K safe to buy?

The MOT history for DKJ 344K shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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