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FAF 974L

1972 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jul 2026
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

20,163 mi
Last recorded20,163 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2025
Typical for 1972 MG B37,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFAF 974L
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 2 Jul 2025 20,163 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2024 19,115 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2023 18,587 miles

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 6 Jul 2022 18,505 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2021 18,496 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2020 18,488 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2019 18,453 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2018 18,360 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2017 18,227 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2016 18,092 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2015 17,944 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2014 17,817 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2013 17,646 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2012 17,445 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 13 Jul 2011 16,225 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2010 15,030 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2009 14,094 miles
Pass 7 May 2008 13,089 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2007 12,185 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2006 11,834 miles

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

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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FAF 974L is a 1972 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 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 FAF 974L, 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 FAF 974L?

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What year was FAF 974L registered?

FAF 974L is a 1972 MG B, first registered on 21 August 1972.

Is FAF 974L safe to buy?

The MOT history for FAF 974L shows 20 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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