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FRY 499L

1972 MG B GT

Green Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Aug 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

53,781 mi
Last recorded53,781 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2017
Typical for 1972 MG B GT41,520 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFRY 499L
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1972
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2017 53,781 miles

Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint both (2.5.B.1a)

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

Offside Rear brake tight

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 31 Aug 2016 53,670 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2016 53,670 miles

Stop lamp not working both (1.2.1b)

Fail 21 Jul 2015 53,629 miles

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 21 Jul 2015 53,629 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2014 53,552 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2013 53,474 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2012 53,100 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2012 53,100 miles

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 29 Jul 2011 53,035 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2010 52,941 miles
Pass 27 May 2009 52,619 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2008 52,494 miles

cluth slave cylinder leaking

Pass 19 Mar 2007 52,395 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2006 52,033 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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FRY 499L is a 1972 MG B GT in Green with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 FRY 499L, 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 FRY 499L?

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What year was FRY 499L registered?

FRY 499L is a 1972 MG B GT, first registered on 12 December 1972.

Is FRY 499L safe to buy?

The MOT history for FRY 499L shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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