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FAY 454L

1972 MG B

Orange Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Apr 2018
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

89,480 mi
Last recorded89,480 miles
Recorded on19 Apr 2017
Typical for 1972 MG B37,468 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFAY 454L
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1972
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Apr 2017 89,480 miles

Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (3.6.C.3)

Pass 8 Apr 2016 89,257 miles

Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (3.6.C.3)

Fail 18 Feb 2013 89,158 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 18 Feb 2013 89,158 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2012 88,902 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2010 88,794 miles

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

slight play in front steering uj

Fail 17 Jun 2010 88,794 miles

Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Offside Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

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

slight play in front steering uj

Pass 24 Jun 2009 88,337 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2008 87,742 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Fuel system component insecure (7.2.1)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 6 Jun 2008 87,742 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2007 87,519 miles

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

both front brakes are slightly binding

Pass 13 Jun 2006 86,937 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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FAY 454L is a 1972 MG B in Orange with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 FAY 454L, 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 FAY 454L registered?

FAY 454L is a 1972 MG B, first registered on 8 August 1972.

Is FAY 454L safe to buy?

The MOT history for FAY 454L shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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