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BFG 947N

1972 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jul 2016
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

63,995 mi
Last recorded63,995 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2015
Typical for 1972 MG B37,468 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBFG 947N
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2015 63,995 miles

Oil leak

under floor and chassis panels coated in underseal

Fail 19 Jul 2014 63,160 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 19 Jul 2014 63,160 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 19 Jul 2013 62,680 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2013 62,680 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 14 Jul 2012 62,160 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 13 Jun 2011 61,173 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2011 61,173 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 7 Jul 2010 58,998 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2010 58,998 miles

Offside Vehicle structure has an inadequate repair, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Pass 27 Jun 2009 58,072 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2009 58,072 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Offside Leaf spring has slight wear in an anchor pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Pass 10 Jun 2008 56,852 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2007 55,878 miles

Offside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

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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BFG 947N is a 1972 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BFG 947N, 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 BFG 947N?

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What year was BFG 947N registered?

BFG 947N is a 1972 MG B, first registered on 17 July 1972.

Is BFG 947N safe to buy?

The MOT history for BFG 947N shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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