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FAX 166K

1972 MG B

Green Petrol 3500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 May 2019
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

27,362 mi
Last recorded27,362 miles
Recorded on9 May 2018
Typical for 1972 MG B37,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFAX 166K
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1972
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,500cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 May 2018 27,362 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2017 26,605 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2016 25,708 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2015 24,860 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2014 23,518 miles
Pass 2 May 2013 22,918 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2012 21,819 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2012 21,800 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar fractured (2.4.G.1)

Pass 7 Apr 2012 21,800 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2011 21,079 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2010 20,276 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2009 18,517 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2008 17,347 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2007 16,297 miles
Pass 25 May 2006 15,738 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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FAX 166K is a 1972 MG B in Green with a 3,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 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 FAX 166K, 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 FAX 166K?

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What year was FAX 166K registered?

FAX 166K is a 1972 MG B, first registered on 3 March 1972.

Is FAX 166K safe to buy?

The MOT history for FAX 166K shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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