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FTV 532L

1973 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Apr 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

17,367 mi
Last recorded17,367 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2026
Typical for 1973 MG B38,472 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFTV 532L
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1973
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2026 17,367 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2023 16,900 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2019 16,658 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2018 16,484 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Oil leak ()

Pass 31 Mar 2017 16,221 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 30 Mar 2016 16,029 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2015 15,797 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2014 15,411 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2013 15,072 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2012 14,740 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2011 14,297 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2010 13,673 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2009 12,940 miles

Nearside Outer Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Outer Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 4 Apr 2008 12,006 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2008 11,982 miles

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

Pass 2 Apr 2007 10,884 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2007 10,884 miles

Nearside Front Mechanical brake component locking device insecure (3.5.1l)

Offside Front Mechanical brake component locking device insecure (3.5.1l)

Pass 4 Apr 2006 9,665 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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FTV 532L is a 1973 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 FTV 532L, 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 FTV 532L?

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What year was FTV 532L registered?

FTV 532L is a 1973 MG B, first registered on 26 June 1973.

Is FTV 532L safe to buy?

The MOT history for FTV 532L shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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