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FAD 393L

1972 MG B GT

Orange Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 May 2014
Tests8 (4 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

50,325 mi
Last recorded50,325 miles
Recorded on9 May 2013
Typical for 1972 MG B GT41,520 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFAD 393L
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1972
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

4 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 May 2013 50,325 miles

n/s jacking point cracked

n/s/f wheel fouling on full right lock

n/s/f wheel slightly binding

Pass 26 Jul 2011 50,299 miles

both centre jacking points breaking away from chassis

Fail 22 Jul 2011 50,299 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1) DANGEROUS

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1) DANGEROUS

both centre jacking points breaking away from chassis

Pass 28 Jul 2010 50,211 miles

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

n/s jacking point corroded

Fail 28 Jul 2010 50,211 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

n/s jacking point corroded

Fail 12 Jul 2010 50,211 miles

Brake actuating linkage mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (3.3.A.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

n/s jacking point corrorded

o/s/f floor weak

Pass 17 Jul 2009 49,848 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2009 49,848 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Clutch hydraulic cylinder pipe seaping

Front tyres are cracking/deteriorated

Oil leak

How Reliable is the MG B GT?

Based on 132,623 MOT tests across 14,879 vehicles.

74.5%
Pass Rate
458
Miles/Year
60
Year Lifespan
14,879
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 4,350
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 4,119
brake binding 3,855
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 3,693
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 3,413
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FAD 393L is a 1972 MG B GT in Orange with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1972 MG B GT models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.1% with a typical mileage of 41,520 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 GT fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 4,350 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FAD 393L, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG B GT typically stays on UK roads for around 60 years. At 54 years old, this MG B GT is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of FAD 393L?

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What year was FAD 393L registered?

FAD 393L is a 1972 MG B GT, first registered on 29 November 1972.

Is FAD 393L safe to buy?

The MOT history for FAD 393L shows 8 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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