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DOV 4K

1972 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jul 2026
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

34,522 mi
Last recorded34,522 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2025
Typical for 1972 MG B37,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDOV 4K
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2025 34,522 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2025 34,510 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Parking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

Pass 6 Apr 2012 34,493 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2010 34,379 miles

Nearside Leaf spring anchor bracket nut missing (2.4.B.6c)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

offside centre outrigger corroded jacking point

Pass 29 Apr 2010 34,379 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

offside centre outrigger corroded jacking point

Pass 6 May 2009 33,842 miles
Pass 7 May 2008 32,474 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 14 May 2007 30,391 miles
Pass 5 May 2006 29,004 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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DOV 4K is a 1972 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 DOV 4K, 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 DOV 4K registered?

DOV 4K is a 1972 MG B, first registered on 14 June 1972.

Is DOV 4K safe to buy?

The MOT history for DOV 4K shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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