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DOB 233K

1972 MG B

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jul 2018
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

18,195 mi
Last recorded18,195 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2017
Typical for 1972 MG B37,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDOB 233K
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1972
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2017 18,195 miles

Oil leak ()

Pass 27 Jun 2016 17,992 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2014 17,800 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2013 17,534 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2012 16,116 miles
Pass 11 May 2009 15,526 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2008 15,377 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2008 15,372 miles

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 Dec 2006 15,226 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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DOB 233K is a 1972 MG B in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 DOB 233K, 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 DOB 233K registered?

DOB 233K is a 1972 MG B, first registered on 14 April 1972.

Is DOB 233K safe to buy?

The MOT history for DOB 233K shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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