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FCG 4K

1972 MG B GT

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Aug 2026
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

6,226 mi
Last recorded6,226 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2025
Typical for 1972 MG B GT41,520 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFCG 4K
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1972
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2025 6,226 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2024 6,022 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2017 5,893 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2016 5,775 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2015 5,678 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2014 5,629 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2014 5,584 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Offside Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Rear rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 25 Apr 2013 5,448 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2012 4,296 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2011 3,491 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2011 3,469 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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FCG 4K is a 1972 MG B GT in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 FCG 4K, 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 FCG 4K?

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What year was FCG 4K registered?

FCG 4K is a 1972 MG B GT, first registered on 2 March 1972.

Is FCG 4K safe to buy?

The MOT history for FCG 4K shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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