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FOI 6868

1973 MG B

Black Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 May 2018
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

36,314 mi
Last recorded36,314 miles
Recorded on22 May 2017
Typical for 1973 MG B38,472 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFOI 6868
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1973
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 May 2017 36,314 miles
Fail 19 May 2017 36,314 miles

Offside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part Rubbing on wheel in lock (3.6.B.4a)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 24 May 2016 36,278 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2015 36,169 miles

Offside rear tyre perished and cracked

Fail 28 May 2015 36,169 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside front tyre perished and cracked

Pass 29 May 2014 36,071 miles

nearside wiper blade slighty worn

tyres slightly perished

Fail 29 May 2014 36,071 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

nearside wiper blade slighty worn

tyres slightly perished

Pass 30 May 2013 36,055 miles

sidewalls on both front/ o/s/r tyres slight cracking

Pass 24 May 2012 36,039 miles

slight cracking on nearside front and offside rear tyre sidewalls

Pass 24 May 2011 36,025 miles

slight cracking on both front and offside rear tyre sidewalls

Pass 25 May 2010 36,011 miles

slight cracking on offside rear tyre sidewall

Pass 28 May 2009 35,929 miles

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

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

Pass 20 May 2008 35,913 miles
Pass 29 May 2007 35,789 miles
Pass 18 May 2006 35,507 miles
Fail 18 May 2006 35,507 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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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FOI 6868 is a 1973 MG B in Black with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1973 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.2% with a typical mileage of 38,472 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 fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 5,224 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FOI 6868, 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 53 years old, this MG B is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of FOI 6868?

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What year was FOI 6868 registered?

FOI 6868 is a 1973 MG B, first registered on 7 May 1973.

Is FOI 6868 safe to buy?

The MOT history for FOI 6868 shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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