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FAE 265K

1972 MG B

Green Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Oct 2020
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

1,755 mi
Last recorded1,755 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2019
Typical for 1972 MG B37,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFAE 265K
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1972
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2019 1,755 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Jul 2017 1,719 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2017 1,719 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 19 Jul 2016 1,515 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2015 1,492 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2014 1,231 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2013 963 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2012 878 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2011 813 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Jul 2010 778 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2009 549 miles

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

Pass 18 Jul 2008 365 miles

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

Pass 24 Jul 2007 305 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2007 302 miles

Front Lower Axle king pin has excessive play in pin and/or bush adversely affecting the steering (2.5.A.3a)

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 11 Jul 2006 152 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2005 12 miles

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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FAE 265K is a 1972 MG B in Green with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 FAE 265K, 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 FAE 265K registered?

FAE 265K is a 1972 MG B, first registered on 20 January 1972.

Is FAE 265K safe to buy?

The MOT history for FAE 265K shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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