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FDH 958L

1973 MG B

White Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Aug 2027
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

57,853 mi
Last recorded57,853 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2026
Typical for 1973 MG B38,472 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFDH 958L
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1973
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Aug 2026 57,853 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2020 56,885 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2018 55,755 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2016 55,369 miles

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

Pass 1 Sep 2015 53,687 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2014 53,364 miles
Pass 7 May 2013 52,756 miles
Pass 14 May 2010 51,883 miles
Fail 13 May 2010 51,882 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 21 May 2009 51,688 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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FDH 958L is a 1973 MG B in White with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1973 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.2% with a typical mileage of 38,472 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 FDH 958L, 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 53 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 FDH 958L?

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What year was FDH 958L registered?

FDH 958L is a 1973 MG B, first registered on 31 December 1973.

Is FDH 958L safe to buy?

The MOT history for FDH 958L shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FDH 958L have outstanding finance?

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