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FKX 904K

1972 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Sep 2023
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

95,668 mi
Last recorded95,668 miles
Recorded on7 Sep 2022
Typical for 1972 MG B37,468 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFKX 904K
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 7 Sep 2022 95,668 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2022 95,668 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 17 Nov 2020 95,003 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 10 Nov 2020 95,003 miles

Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Jul 2019 94,379 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Jul 2018 93,922 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2017 93,397 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 12 Aug 2016 93,124 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear footbrake & handbrake efficiency lower than nearside rear.

Pass 30 Jun 2015 92,569 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2014 91,763 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2013 91,037 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2012 90,429 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2012 90,425 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 9 Jul 2011 90,011 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2010 89,743 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2009 89,031 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2009 89,031 miles

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Leaf spring anchor bracket corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.B.6d)

Pass 28 Jun 2008 88,666 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2008 88,666 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Jun 2007 88,204 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2006 87,510 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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FKX 904K is a 1972 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FKX 904K, 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 FKX 904K?

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What year was FKX 904K registered?

FKX 904K is a 1972 MG B, first registered on 10 March 1972.

Is FKX 904K safe to buy?

The MOT history for FKX 904K shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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