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FMS 429L

1973 MG B

Green Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Oct 2026
Tests25 (21 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84%

Mileage

48,991 mi
Last recorded48,991 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2025
Typical for 1973 MG B38,472 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFMS 429L
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1973
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

21 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Oct 2025 48,991 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2025 48,991 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Pass 10 Oct 2024 48,293 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2023 46,861 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2022 45,225 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2022 45,225 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 10 Dec 2021 44,304 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 9 Dec 2021 44,303 miles

Offside Seat belt damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 10 Dec 2020 42,785 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2019 41,244 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2019 41,244 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

Fuel system component leaking excessively or a risk of fire fuel pump (6.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 9 Nov 2018 37,715 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 16 Apr 2018 36,580 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2017 35,344 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2016 33,794 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2015 31,796 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2014 29,442 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2013 28,455 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2012 27,140 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2011 25,846 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2010 25,299 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2009 24,035 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2008 22,967 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2007 21,901 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2006 20,885 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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FMS 429L is a 1973 MG B in Green with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84%.

Across all 1973 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.2% with a typical mileage of 38,472 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 FMS 429L, 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 53 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 FMS 429L?

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What year was FMS 429L registered?

FMS 429L is a 1973 MG B, first registered on 6 March 1973.

Is FMS 429L safe to buy?

The MOT history for FMS 429L shows 25 tests with a 84% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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