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FNR 450L

1972 MG B GT

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jul 2015
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

86,839 mi
Last recorded86,839 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2014
Typical for 1972 MG B GT41,520 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFNR 450L
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1972
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2014 86,839 miles

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 12 Feb 2013 85,798 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2011 84,362 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2009 163 miles

Front registration plate font not substantially similar to the prescribed font (6.3.4d)

Pass 4 Jun 2009 163 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2007 2,535 miles

N/S/F & O/S/F wiper blades starting to split.

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

Pass 7 Sep 2007 2,535 miles

N/S/F & O/S/F wiper blades starting to split.

Nearside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

Pass 5 Oct 2006 2,496 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2006 2,496 miles

Offside Front Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Nearside Front Lower Front suspension has slight movement at wishbone bearing (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Lower Front suspension has slight movement at wishbone bearing (2.5.A.1c)

track rod end boot split....n/s

How Reliable is the MG B GT?

Based on 132,623 MOT tests across 14,879 vehicles.

74.5%
Pass Rate
458
Miles/Year
60
Year Lifespan
14,879
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 4,350
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 4,119
brake binding 3,855
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 3,693
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 3,413
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FNR 450L is a 1972 MG B GT in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1972 MG B GT models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.1% with a typical mileage of 41,520 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 GT fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 4,350 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FNR 450L, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG B GT typically stays on UK roads for around 60 years. At 54 years old, this MG B GT is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FNR 450L registered?

FNR 450L is a 1972 MG B GT, first registered on 18 September 1972.

Is FNR 450L safe to buy?

The MOT history for FNR 450L shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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