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FKT 890L

1972 MG B Roadster

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Sep 2026
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

35,236 mi
Last recorded35,236 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2025
Typical for 1972 MG B Roadster22,097 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFKT 890L
MakeMG
ModelB Roadster
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 19 Aug 2025 35,236 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2024 33,953 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2018 29,474 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2017 29,326 miles
Pass 12 May 2016 29,143 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2015 28,590 miles

How Reliable is the MG B Roadster?

Based on 3,612 MOT tests across 302 vehicles.

78.0%
Pass Rate
401
Miles/Year
63
Year Lifespan
302
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 81
brake binding 75
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 65
Stop lamp not working 64
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 57
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FKT 890L is a 1972 MG B Roadster in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1972 MG B Roadster models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.8% with a typical mileage of 22,097 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG B Roadster fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 81 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FKT 890L, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG B Roadster typically stays on UK roads for around 63 years. At 54 years old, this MG B Roadster is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of FKT 890L?

You can check the full history of FKT 890L by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was FKT 890L registered?

FKT 890L is a 1972 MG B Roadster, first registered on 13 October 1972.

Is FKT 890L safe to buy?

The MOT history for FKT 890L shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FKT 890L have outstanding finance?

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