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FOT 609K

1972 MG B

Gold Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Nov 2025
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

9,847 mi
Last recorded9,847 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2024
Typical for 1972 MG B37,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFOT 609K
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1972
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2024 9,847 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive Gearbox and rear differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 20 May 2022 8,880 miles

Front Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Fail 20 May 2022 8,880 miles

Fuel pipe union leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Front Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 25 May 2018 7,147 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 15 May 2017 6,041 miles
Pass 12 May 2016 5,321 miles
Pass 29 May 2015 5,056 miles
Pass 16 May 2014 4,775 miles
Pass 28 May 2013 4,269 miles
Pass 24 May 2012 3,355 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2011 2,453 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2010 1,648 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2009 25 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2008 98,545 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2007 96,282 miles

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

Pass 25 Jan 2006 93,122 miles

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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FOT 609K is a 1972 MG B in Gold with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 1972 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.5% with a typical mileage of 37,468 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 FOT 609K, 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 54 years old, this MG B is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FOT 609K registered?

FOT 609K is a 1972 MG B, first registered on 1 May 1972.

Is FOT 609K safe to buy?

The MOT history for FOT 609K shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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