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FCR 234L

1972 MG B

Green Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jun 2018
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

7,587 mi
Last recorded7,587 miles
Recorded on31 May 2017
Typical for 1972 MG B37,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFCR 234L
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1972
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 May 2017 7,587 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2016 7,341 miles
Pass 15 May 2014 7,208 miles
Pass 28 May 2013 107,060 miles

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

Fail 21 May 2013 107,057 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 16 May 2012 106,799 miles

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

Pass 24 May 2011 6,330 miles
Pass 17 May 2010 5,934 miles
Pass 22 May 2009 5,621 miles
Pass 12 May 2008 5,525 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2007 5,467 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2006 5,425 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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FCR 234L is a 1972 MG B in Green with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 FCR 234L, 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 FCR 234L?

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What year was FCR 234L registered?

FCR 234L is a 1972 MG B, first registered on 6 September 1972.

Is FCR 234L safe to buy?

The MOT history for FCR 234L shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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