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442 FBD

1963 MG B

Green Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Apr 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

4,751 mi
Last recorded4,751 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2025
Typical for 1963 MG B28,492 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration442 FBD
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1963
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Apr 2025 4,751 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2023 4,656 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2022 4,426 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2021 4,284 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2020 4,271 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2019 4,100 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2018 3,861 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2017 3,229 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2016 2,333 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2015 1,735 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2014 1,308 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 1 Aug 2013 830 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2012 390 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2011 99,999 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2010 99,249 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2009 99,035 miles
Pass 30 May 2008 97,639 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2006 96,979 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2006 96,979 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Offside Steering rack insecure (2.2.B.1a)

Offside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Oil leak

n/s int door handle broken

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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442 FBD is a 1963 MG B in Green with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

Across all 1963 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.3% with a typical mileage of 28,492 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 442 FBD, 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 63 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 442 FBD?

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What year was 442 FBD registered?

442 FBD is a 1963 MG B, first registered on 4 September 1963.

Is 442 FBD safe to buy?

The MOT history for 442 FBD shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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