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FNP 725X

1981 MG B

Bronze Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 May 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

70,695 mi
Last recorded70,695 miles
Recorded on15 May 2018
Typical for 1981 MG B52,343 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFNP 725X
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1981
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 May 2018 70,695 miles
Pass 10 May 2017 70,651 miles

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

Offside Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Pass 12 May 2016 70,625 miles

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

Pass 6 May 2015 70,543 miles
Pass 8 May 2014 70,438 miles

nearside front shock absorber starting to leak

Pass 7 May 2013 70,240 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2012 70,217 miles
Pass 5 May 2011 70,081 miles
Pass 5 May 2010 69,921 miles
Fail 4 May 2010 69,912 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a) DANGEROUS

Pass 5 May 2009 69,889 miles
Fail 5 May 2009 69,889 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Pass 25 Apr 2008 69,731 miles

slight fraying to drivers seat belt webbing

Pass 1 May 2007 69,619 miles
Pass 5 May 2006 69,307 miles

slight bind on nearside rear brake

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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FNP 725X is a 1981 MG B in Bronze with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 1981 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.2% with a typical mileage of 52,343 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 FNP 725X, 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 45 years old, this MG B is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FNP 725X registered?

FNP 725X is a 1981 MG B, first registered on 1 August 1981.

Is FNP 725X safe to buy?

The MOT history for FNP 725X shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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