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FGB 345L

1972 MG Mgb

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Oct 2025
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

99,064 mi
Last recorded99,064 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2024
Typical for 1972 MG Mgb30,860 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFGB 345L
MakeMG
ModelMgb
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2024 99,064 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2018 94,243 miles

Offside Rear brake slightly binding

Pass 1 Nov 2016 94,228 miles

Offside Rear brake slightly binding

Fail 1 Nov 2016 94,228 miles

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working working with brake light (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance working with side light (1.2.1d)

Offside Rear brake slightly binding

Pass 19 Jul 2010 94,225 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2009 94,133 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2008 92,968 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2007 91,759 miles
Pass 16 May 2006 91,129 miles

How Reliable is the MG Mgb?

Based on 26,893 MOT tests across 2,439 vehicles.

77.2%
Pass Rate
382
Miles/Year
63
Year Lifespan
2,439
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 736
Stop lamp not working 551
brake binding 549
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 531
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 460
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FGB 345L is a 1972 MG Mgb in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1972 MG Mgb models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.7% with a typical mileage of 30,860 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG Mgb fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 736 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FGB 345L, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG Mgb typically stays on UK roads for around 63 years. At 54 years old, this MG Mgb is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FGB 345L registered?

FGB 345L is a 1972 MG Mgb, first registered on 8 August 1972.

Is FGB 345L safe to buy?

The MOT history for FGB 345L shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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