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FCV 422L

1972 MG B

Maroon Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jan 2021
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

57,847 mi
Last recorded57,847 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2019
Typical for 1972 MG B37,468 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFCV 422L
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1972
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2019 57,847 miles
Pass 14 May 2018 57,806 miles
Pass 11 May 2017 57,615 miles
Pass 16 May 2016 57,513 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 23 Mar 2015 57,323 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2012 56,727 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 5 Nov 2011 56,352 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2011 56,352 miles

Nearside Front Wheel insecure (4.2.A.1c)

Nearside Rear Wheel insecure (4.2.A.1c)

Offside Front Wheel insecure (4.2.A.1c)

Offside Rear Wheel insecure (4.2.A.1c)

Pass 25 Sep 2010 55,907 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2009 54,999 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Front Wheel insecure (4.2.A.1c)

Nearside Rear Wheel insecure (4.2.A.1c)

Offside Front Wheel insecure (4.2.A.1c)

Pass 14 Jul 2009 54,999 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Fail 28 Jun 2008 53,084 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Front Wheel nut(s) loose (4.2.A.1e)

Pass 28 Jun 2008 53,084 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 3 Jul 2007 51,265 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2007 51,197 miles

Nearside Front Mechanical brake component locking device insecure (3.5.1l)

Offside Front Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

slight play in nearside front wheel

Pass 14 Jun 2006 48,572 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2005 44,162 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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FCV 422L is a 1972 MG B in Maroon with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 FCV 422L, 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 FCV 422L?

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What year was FCV 422L registered?

FCV 422L is a 1972 MG B, first registered on 4 September 1972.

Is FCV 422L safe to buy?

The MOT history for FCV 422L shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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