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FKF 450L

1972 MG B GT

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Aug 2015
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

75,423 mi
Last recorded75,423 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2014
Typical for 1972 MG B GT41,520 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFKF 450L
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2014 75,423 miles

Offside Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

fuel tank slightly corroded

Pass 12 Aug 2013 75,372 miles

fllor pans and chasis legs all covered in wax oil

offside rear and nearside rear coil springs both slightly corroded

Pass 28 Aug 2010 74,985 miles

rubber bushes on front suspension starting to split

Fail 28 Aug 2010 74,985 miles

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

rubber bushes on front suspension starting to split

Pass 14 Jul 2009 24,534 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2009 24,534 miles

Lower Steering column universal joint insecure (2.1.5)

Offside Front Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

Pass 22 Apr 2008 73,403 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Fail 23 Apr 2007 72,801 miles

Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)

Pass 23 Apr 2007 72,801 miles
Pass 5 May 2006 71,403 miles
Fail 2 May 2006 71,403 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting corroded and its strength is seriously reduced (2.4.G.1)

How Reliable is the MG B GT?

Based on 132,623 MOT tests across 14,879 vehicles.

74.5%
Pass Rate
458
Miles/Year
60
Year Lifespan
14,879
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 4,350
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 4,119
brake binding 3,855
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 3,693
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 3,413
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FKF 450L is a 1972 MG B GT in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 1972 MG B GT models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.1% with a typical mileage of 41,520 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 GT fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 4,350 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FKF 450L, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG B GT typically stays on UK roads for around 60 years. At 54 years old, this MG B GT is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FKF 450L registered?

FKF 450L is a 1972 MG B GT, first registered on 15 December 1972.

Is FKF 450L safe to buy?

The MOT history for FKF 450L shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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