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FAF 523L

1972 MG B

Silver Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jun 2025
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

58,446 mi
Last recorded58,446 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2024
Typical for 1972 MG B37,468 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFAF 523L
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1972
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 22 Jun 2024 58,446 miles
Pass 27 May 2023 58,415 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2022 58,261 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2020 58,132 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2018 1 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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FAF 523L is a 1972 MG B in Silver with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 FAF 523L, 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 FAF 523L?

You can check the full history of FAF 523L by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was FAF 523L registered?

FAF 523L is a 1972 MG B, first registered on 8 August 1972.

Is FAF 523L safe to buy?

The MOT history for FAF 523L shows 5 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FAF 523L have outstanding finance?

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