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FOW 111L

1972 MG B GT

Orange Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Aug 2022
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

41,524 mi
Last recorded41,524 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2021
Typical for 1972 MG B GT41,520 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFOW 111L
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1972
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2021 41,524 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2019 41,169 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2018 40,837 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2018 40,837 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 23 Sep 2017 39,378 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2016 37,848 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2016 37,829 miles

Offside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 14 Jul 2015 37,214 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2014 36,896 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2013 36,240 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2012 36,224 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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FOW 111L is a 1972 MG B GT in Orange with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 FOW 111L, 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

How do I check the history of FOW 111L?

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What year was FOW 111L registered?

FOW 111L is a 1972 MG B GT, first registered on 1 November 1972.

Is FOW 111L safe to buy?

The MOT history for FOW 111L shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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