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FSM 492L

1973 MG B

Green Petrol 3500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Sep 2012
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

56,112 mi
Last recorded56,112 miles
Recorded on20 Sep 2011
Typical for 1973 MG B38,472 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFSM 492L
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1973
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,500cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Sep 2011 56,112 miles

Oil leak

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

Pass 3 Sep 2010 56,001 miles

Oil leak

clutch slave clylinder not seated correctly

some suspension parts corroded

underbody has slight corrosion

Fail 21 Aug 2010 5,600 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Nearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

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

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

Oil leak

clutch slave clylinder not seated correctly

some suspension parts corroded

underbody has slight corrosion

Pass 18 Jun 2009 55,333 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2008 53,475 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2007 51,821 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2006 50,146 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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FSM 492L is a 1973 MG B in Green with a 3,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1973 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.2% with a typical mileage of 38,472 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 FSM 492L, 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 53 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 FSM 492L?

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What year was FSM 492L registered?

FSM 492L is a 1973 MG B, first registered on 10 April 1973.

Is FSM 492L safe to buy?

The MOT history for FSM 492L shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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