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FAD 873L

1972 MG B

Yellow Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Sep 2016
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

83,523 mi
Last recorded83,523 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2015
Typical for 1972 MG B37,468 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFAD 873L
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1972
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2015 83,523 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 17 Jun 2014 82,822 miles

corrosion to nearside front floor

Pass 14 Jun 2013 61,434 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2012 80,563 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2011 79,780 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2010 79,027 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2010 79,025 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 12 Jun 2009 77,352 miles

ALL TYRES HAVE SLIGHT CRACKING ON SIDE WALLS ON INNER FACES

Pass 12 May 2008 75,202 miles
Pass 4 May 2007 72,949 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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FAD 873L is a 1972 MG B in Yellow with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 FAD 873L, 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 FAD 873L?

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What year was FAD 873L registered?

FAD 873L is a 1972 MG B, first registered on 4 December 1972.

Is FAD 873L safe to buy?

The MOT history for FAD 873L shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FAD 873L have outstanding finance?

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