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FKN 735L

1972 MG B

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jul 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

73,574 mi
Last recorded73,574 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2025
Typical for 1972 MG B37,468 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFKN 735L
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1972
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2025 73,574 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2023 72,333 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2023 72,333 miles

Offside Front Road wheel fixing loose (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 14 May 2021 71,408 miles
Pass 19 May 2020 71,056 miles
Pass 15 May 2019 70,809 miles
Pass 15 May 2018 70,423 miles
Pass 15 May 2017 70,121 miles
Pass 19 May 2016 69,805 miles
Pass 20 May 2015 69,572 miles
Pass 15 May 2014 69,022 miles
Pass 10 May 2013 68,448 miles
Pass 3 May 2012 68,095 miles
Pass 17 May 2011 67,686 miles

oil leak

Pass 17 May 2010 67,075 miles
Pass 19 May 2009 66,694 miles
Pass 12 May 2008 66,347 miles
Pass 8 May 2007 66,082 miles
Pass 5 May 2006 65,698 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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FKN 735L is a 1972 MG B in Blue 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 FKN 735L, 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 FKN 735L?

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What year was FKN 735L registered?

FKN 735L is a 1972 MG B, first registered on 13 September 1972.

Is FKN 735L safe to buy?

The MOT history for FKN 735L 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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