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FTG 579K

1973 MG B

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 May 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

34,687 mi
Last recorded34,687 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2026
Typical for 1973 MG B38,472 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFTG 579K
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1973
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2026 34,687 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2025 33,700 miles
Pass 9 May 2024 33,177 miles
Fail 8 May 2024 33,177 miles

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 26 Apr 2023 32,248 miles
Pass 12 May 2022 31,564 miles
Fail 10 May 2022 31,535 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers insecurely attached (5.3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Jun 2021 30,404 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2020 29,778 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2019 27,990 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2018 26,401 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2017 25,626 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2016 23,800 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2015 22,728 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2014 21,980 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2013 21,161 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2012 19,042 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2011 16,474 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2010 14,221 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2009 13,279 miles
Pass 29 May 2008 10,216 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2007 9,295 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2006 7,736 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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FTG 579K is a 1973 MG B in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 FTG 579K, 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 FTG 579K?

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What year was FTG 579K registered?

FTG 579K is a 1973 MG B, first registered on 1 January 1973.

Is FTG 579K safe to buy?

The MOT history for FTG 579K shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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