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DOH 497K

1972 MG B

White Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Oct 2018
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

58,231 mi
Last recorded58,231 miles
Recorded on25 Oct 2017
Typical for 1972 MG B37,468 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDOH 497K
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1972
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Oct 2017 58,231 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2016 58,045 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2014 57,956 miles

Nearside Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

corrosion in o/s/f chassis member not in a prescribed area

Pass 25 May 2013 57,948 miles
Pass 19 May 2012 57,923 miles
Pass 21 May 2011 57,892 miles
Pass 15 May 2010 57,853 miles
Pass 9 May 2009 57,752 miles
Pass 12 May 2008 56,889 miles
Fail 31 May 2007 56,662 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Pass 31 May 2007 56,662 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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DOH 497K is a 1972 MG B in White with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 DOH 497K, 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 DOH 497K?

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What year was DOH 497K registered?

DOH 497K is a 1972 MG B, first registered on 21 July 1972.

Is DOH 497K safe to buy?

The MOT history for DOH 497K shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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