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FNX 59K

1972 MG B GT

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Apr 2018
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

45 mi
Last recorded45 miles
Recorded on3 Apr 2017
Typical for 1972 MG B GT41,520 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFNX 59K
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1972
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Apr 2017 45 miles

Coolant leak from water pump ()

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded to brake cylinder (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded to brake cylinder (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 10 Feb 2016 45 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2013 45 miles

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Oil leak

Fail 28 Nov 2013 45 miles

Front Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Rear Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

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

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Oil leak

Pass 3 Nov 2012 57,441 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2011 57,020 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2011 57,020 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Pass 27 Oct 2010 54,845 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2010 54,819 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)

Nearside Rear Suspension has inadequate clearance with the bump stop (2.4.A.1a)

Offside Rear Suspension has inadequate clearance with the bump stop (2.4.A.1a)

Pass 26 Oct 2009 52,563 miles

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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FNX 59K is a 1972 MG B GT in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 FNX 59K, 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 FNX 59K registered?

FNX 59K is a 1972 MG B GT, first registered on 1 February 1972.

Is FNX 59K safe to buy?

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