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FOC 26L

1972 MG Mgb

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 May 2024
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

25,626 mi
Last recorded25,626 miles
Recorded on11 May 2023
Typical for 1972 MG Mgb30,860 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFOC 26L
MakeMG
ModelMgb
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 May 2023 25,626 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2017 24,554 miles
Pass 17 May 2016 24,300 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 15 May 2015 23,387 miles
Pass 14 May 2014 22,390 miles

Oil leak

Pass 21 May 2013 21,093 miles
Fail 20 May 2013 21,071 miles

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

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 23 May 2012 20,039 miles
Fail 22 May 2012 20,008 miles

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Oil leak

Pass 28 Apr 2011 18,657 miles
Pass 6 May 2010 18,072 miles

Oil leak

Pass 29 Apr 2009 16,898 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Oil leak

Pass 1 May 2008 14,828 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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

Pass 1 May 2007 13,027 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

fuel tank sender wires hanging loose

Pass 27 Apr 2006 11,374 miles

How Reliable is the MG Mgb?

Based on 26,893 MOT tests across 2,439 vehicles.

77.2%
Pass Rate
382
Miles/Year
63
Year Lifespan
2,439
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 736
Stop lamp not working 551
brake binding 549
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 531
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 460
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FOC 26L is a 1972 MG Mgb in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 1972 MG Mgb models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.7% with a typical mileage of 30,860 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG Mgb fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 736 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FOC 26L, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG Mgb typically stays on UK roads for around 63 years. At 54 years old, this MG Mgb is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FOC 26L registered?

FOC 26L is a 1972 MG Mgb, first registered on 1 September 1972.

Is FOC 26L safe to buy?

The MOT history for FOC 26L 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.

Does FOC 26L have outstanding finance?

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