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FOB 484L

1972 MG B GT

Green Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Sep 2020
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

28,434 mi
Last recorded28,434 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2019
Typical for 1972 MG B GT41,520 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFOB 484L
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1972
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2019 28,434 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2019 28,434 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 29 Aug 2018 28,419 miles

Slight oil leak from gearbox.

Pass 22 Aug 2017 28,376 miles

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

Rattle at water pump/ fan area

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Exhaust box at entry (7.1.2)

Pass 20 Aug 2016 28,329 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2015 28,283 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2015 28,283 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 29 Aug 2014 28,173 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2013 28,033 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2013 28,033 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 30 Aug 2012 27,879 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2011 27,592 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2010 27,296 miles

slight drag from front brakes.

Pass 7 Sep 2009 27,080 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2008 26,859 miles

Coolant leak from water pump.

Slight drag from rear brakes.

Pass 6 Sep 2007 26,623 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2006 26,146 miles

Slight drag from front brakes.

Pass 15 Sep 2005 25,652 miles

Slight drag from front brakes

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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FOB 484L is a 1972 MG B GT in Green with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 FOB 484L, 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 FOB 484L registered?

FOB 484L is a 1972 MG B GT, first registered on 1 September 1972.

Is FOB 484L safe to buy?

The MOT history for FOB 484L shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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