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FKJ 140L

1972 MG B

Yellow Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Oct 2024
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

25,847 mi
Last recorded25,847 miles
Recorded on4 Oct 2023
Typical for 1972 MG B37,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFKJ 140L
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1972
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Oct 2023 25,847 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2022 25,493 miles

Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both rubber d bushes have slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Sep 2021 24,674 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting damaged but its strength is not seriously reduced (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Sep 2020 23,833 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2019 23,318 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2018 22,663 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2017 21,979 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2016 21,425 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2015 20,821 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2014 20,157 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2013 19,331 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2012 17,668 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2011 16,523 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2010 15,807 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2010 15,807 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 2 Oct 2009 15,159 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2008 14,377 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2007 13,641 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2006 13,052 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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FKJ 140L is a 1972 MG B in Yellow with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 FKJ 140L, 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

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What year was FKJ 140L registered?

FKJ 140L is a 1972 MG B, first registered on 9 August 1972.

Is FKJ 140L safe to buy?

The MOT history for FKJ 140L shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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