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1972 MG B GT
United Kingdom • 30 Jul 2026 • Lot 27
Vehicle Details
AI Listing Summary
A well-documented 1972 MGB GT chrome bumper example, featuring desirable upgrades like a Webasto roof and working overdrive. Its extensive history file and long-term care suggest strong appeal for enthusiasts seeking a usable classic.

Condition
8
Described as superb, excellent, well-maintained
/ 10
Manual
Transmission:
[Chassis No]
Chassis No:
Odometer:
39,770 miles
SEY120L
Reg Number:
RHD/LHD:
RHD
In Brief:
A good example of a chrome bumper B GT
Finished in Damask Red over Black upholstery
Owned by The Vendor for the last 8 years
Benefits from a variety of upgrades
Auctioneer's Notes:
A well-documented 1972 MG B GT, offered with a particularly impressive history file and a number of desirable upgrades.
The Vendor reports that the car benefits from polybushing all round, a working overdrive, a Webasto roof and a rear differential rebuilt by Phoenix.
A previous owner’s summary, understood to date from around 2017, also notes a WASO alarm system, Moto-Lita steering wheel, telescopic rear shock absorbers, Kenlow fan, stainless steel exhaust, unleaded cylinder head, detailed engine bay and oil cooler.
Maintenance & Condition:
The accompanying file records a considerable level of long-term maintenance and improvement.
Invoices include rust removal, rewelding and respraying to the rear wings, radio system fitting, and extensive welding work carried out in 2016 at a cost o...
Points of note
£312
Lowest Price (Since 2020)
£5,505
Median Price (Since 2020)
£66,190
Highest Price (Since 2020)
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MOT Information
Expired
Expired on Oct 02 2018
Latest MOT Mileage
37,425 miles
Registration Date
1972-12-04
MOT History
Passed
On Oct 02 2017 with 37,425 miles
There was 1 defect noted.
Advisory:
- Oil leak
Passed
On Oct 03 2016 with 37,395 miles
Failed
On Sep 23 2016 with 37,380 miles
There were 4 defects noted.
Fail:
- Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner wheel arch area (2.4.A.3)
- Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded anti-roll bar mounting (2.4.A.3)
- Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded inner wheel arch area (5.2.6)
Advisory:
- nearside rear inner wheel arch area corroded
Passed
On Sep 23 2015 with 37,186 miles
There were 4 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Nearside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
- corrosion front of the o/s floor rear of wheel arch
- Offside steering rack is worn
- Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
Passed
On Sep 26 2014 with 36,903 miles
There were 4 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
User Entered:
- Oil leak
- exhaust rusty
- under side rusty
Passed
On Sep 06 2013 with 35,678 miles
Passed
On Aug 30 2012 with 33,458 miles
There were 4 defects noted.
User Entered:
- Play in o/s of steering rack
- Play in n/s upper suspension joint
- Corrosion starting front of o/s chassis rail
- Lift in steering colume
Passed
On Sep 01 2011 with 30,390 miles
There was 1 defect noted.
User Entered:
- Slight lift and play at steering wheel
Passed
On Sep 09 2010 with 26,956 miles
There were 3 defects noted.
User Entered:
- Play in n/s/f king pin.
- n/s/f coil spring is rusty.
- n/s/f brake is binding on.
Failed
On Sep 07 2010 with 26,883 miles
There were 7 defects noted.
Fail:
- Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
- Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
- Offside Rear Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
- Offside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
User Entered:
- Play in n/s/f king pin.
- n/s/f coil spring is rusty.
- n/s/f brake is binding on.
Passed
On Sep 08 2009 with 23,423 miles
There was 1 defect noted.
User Entered:
- free play at steering wheel
Failed
On Sep 08 2009 with 23,423 miles
There were 2 defects noted.
Pass after Rectification at Station:
- Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
User Entered:
- free play at steering wheel
Passed
On Jul 29 2008 with 22,937 miles
Passed
On Jul 31 2007 with 21,814 miles
Passed
On Jul 13 2006 with 20,979 miles
