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FRP 300L

1972 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Aug 2018
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

97,904 mi
Last recorded97,904 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2017
Typical for 1972 MG B37,468 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFRP 300L
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2017 97,904 miles

Offside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 19 Feb 2016 97,806 miles

wipers poor

Pass 3 Sep 2012 97,554 miles
Pass 18 May 2011 97,422 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2009 97,308 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2007 97,067 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2006 96,730 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2006 96,723 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6.D2)

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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FRP 300L is a 1972 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 FRP 300L, 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 FRP 300L?

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What year was FRP 300L registered?

FRP 300L is a 1972 MG B, first registered on 10 August 1972.

Is FRP 300L safe to buy?

The MOT history for FRP 300L shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FRP 300L have outstanding finance?

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