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FPW 255K

1972 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Sep 2018
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

14,298 mi
Last recorded14,298 miles
Recorded on21 Sep 2017
Typical for 1972 MG B37,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFPW 255K
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Sep 2017 14,298 miles

Oil leak ()

Fail 21 Sep 2017 14,298 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Oil leak ()

Pass 14 Sep 2016 12,157 miles

Oil leak ()

Pass 14 Sep 2015 11,930 miles

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

Offside Front Inner Ball joint has slight play Steering rack (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Pass 12 Sep 2014 11,509 miles

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

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

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Fail 12 Sep 2014 11,509 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Brake servo vacuum pipe kinked (3.6.C.1b)

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

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

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 19 Sep 2013 11,355 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2012 11,284 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2011 10,773 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2011 10,763 miles

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

Pass 9 Sep 2010 10,209 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2009 9,568 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2008 9,392 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2007 9,015 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2006 8,161 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2006 8,149 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (2.4.A.3)

Upper Steering column universal joint insecure (2.1.5)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

oil on nearside rear brake back plate

slight play/lift in nearside and offside kingpins

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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FPW 255K is a 1972 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 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 FPW 255K, 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

How do I check the history of FPW 255K?

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What year was FPW 255K registered?

FPW 255K is a 1972 MG B, first registered on 1 May 1972.

Is FPW 255K safe to buy?

The MOT history for FPW 255K 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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