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FKE 831L

1972 MG B

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Oct 2018
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

66,767 mi
Last recorded66,767 miles
Recorded on6 Oct 2017
Typical for 1972 MG B37,468 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFKE 831L
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1972
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 6 Oct 2017 66,767 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2016 66,353 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2015 65,818 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2014 65,400 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2013 64,901 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

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

Pass 23 Oct 2012 64,600 miles

oily underside

rear shocks damp

various pipes corroded

Pass 29 Sep 2011 64,223 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2010 63,930 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2009 53,727 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2008 63,334 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2007 53,135 miles

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

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 11 Sep 2006 62,529 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2005 60,783 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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FKE 831L is a 1972 MG B in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 FKE 831L, 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 FKE 831L?

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What year was FKE 831L registered?

FKE 831L is a 1972 MG B, first registered on 1 August 1972.

Is FKE 831L safe to buy?

The MOT history for FKE 831L shows 13 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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