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FKT 508L

1972 MG B

Orange Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Mar 2022
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

59,400 mi
Last recorded59,400 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2021
Typical for 1972 MG B37,468 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFKT 508L
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1972
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Mar 2021 59,400 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2019 58,453 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2018 56,417 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2017 55,180 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2016 54,612 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2016 54,612 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 7 Feb 2015 53,752 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2014 51,880 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2013 50,988 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2012 49,439 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2011 48,171 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2010 47,316 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2009 45,356 miles

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

Pass 5 Feb 2008 44,056 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2007 43,246 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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FKT 508L is a 1972 MG B in Orange with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 FKT 508L, 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 FKT 508L?

You can check the full history of FKT 508L by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was FKT 508L registered?

FKT 508L is a 1972 MG B, first registered on 11 October 1972.

Is FKT 508L safe to buy?

The MOT history for FKT 508L shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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