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YCD 73K

1972 MG B

Blue Petrol 1789cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jun 2018
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

96,704 mi
Last recorded96,704 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2017
Typical for 1972 MG B37,468 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYCD 73K
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1972
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,789cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 5 Jun 2017 96,704 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded reservoir to master cylinder (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 23 May 2016 96,304 miles

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

Pass 3 Jun 2015 95,581 miles
Pass 23 May 2014 95,211 miles
Pass 20 May 2013 94,273 miles
Pass 28 May 2012 93,835 miles
Pass 27 May 2011 93,128 miles

Offside rear foot and brake effort slightly low

Play in propshaft rear universal joint

Pass 23 Apr 2010 91,756 miles

Upper Steering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)

Pass 15 May 2009 90,765 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 28 Apr 2008 89,820 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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YCD 73K is a 1972 MG B in Blue with a 1,789cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests 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 YCD 73K, 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 YCD 73K?

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What year was YCD 73K registered?

YCD 73K is a 1972 MG B, first registered on 1 April 1972.

Is YCD 73K safe to buy?

The MOT history for YCD 73K shows 10 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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