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FKO 417L

1972 MG Bgt

Orange Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 May 2016
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

9,075 mi
Last recorded9,075 miles
Recorded on28 May 2015
Typical for 1972 MG Bgt36,252 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFKO 417L
MakeMG
ModelBgt
Year1972
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 May 2015 9,075 miles
Pass 10 May 2014 8,830 miles
Pass 15 May 2013 8,350 miles
Pass 15 May 2012 8,064 miles
Fail 12 May 2012 8,064 miles

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 16 May 2011 7,642 miles
Pass 7 May 2010 6,711 miles
Pass 8 May 2009 5,055 miles
Fail 7 May 2009 5,055 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Rear Leaf spring has excessive wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Pass 6 May 2008 2,975 miles
Pass 3 May 2007 953 miles
Fail 1 May 2007 953 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 11 May 2006 98,841 miles

How Reliable is the MG Bgt?

Based on 23,228 MOT tests across 2,267 vehicles.

75.2%
Pass Rate
436
Miles/Year
60
Year Lifespan
2,267
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 671
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 659
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 598
brake binding 597
Steering rack gaiter split 538
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FKO 417L is a 1972 MG Bgt in Orange with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 1972 MG Bgt models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.8% with a typical mileage of 36,252 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG Bgt fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 671 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FKO 417L, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of FKO 417L?

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What year was FKO 417L registered?

FKO 417L is a 1972 MG Bgt, first registered on 3 October 1972.

Is FKO 417L safe to buy?

The MOT history for FKO 417L shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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