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FCR 657L

1972 MG B

White Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Sep 2019
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

2,355 mi
Last recorded2,355 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2018
Typical for 1972 MG B37,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFCR 657L
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1972
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Sep 2018 2,355 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2017 2,223 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2016 2,016 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2016 2,016 miles

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

Pass 10 Sep 2015 1,923 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2015 1,923 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 8 Sep 2014 1,758 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2013 1,518 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2012 1,297 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2012 1,297 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

n/s/r axle rebound rubber strap split

Pass 19 Aug 2011 1,174 miles

rust corrision in both front lower wing panels

rust corrision in o/s/r battery tray holder

Pass 23 Aug 2010 1,016 miles

some corrosion in lower front wings

Pass 13 Aug 2009 855 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2008 661 miles

rust corrosion in both front lower wings

Pass 28 Aug 2007 548 miles

CORROSION IN FRONT LOWER PANNEL ALSO IN FRONT WINGS

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

Nearside Front Upper Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Offside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

WEAKNESS IN NEAR SIDE FLOOR UNDER PASSANGER SEAT

Pass 13 Jun 2006 439 miles

advise rust corrison in o/s/f lower wing

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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FCR 657L is a 1972 MG B in White with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 FCR 657L, 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 FCR 657L registered?

FCR 657L is a 1972 MG B, first registered on 5 October 1972.

Is FCR 657L safe to buy?

The MOT history for FCR 657L shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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