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FTX 373K

1971 MG B

Red Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2015
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

95,445 mi
Last recorded95,445 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2014
Typical for 1971 MG B35,468 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFTX 373K
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2014 95,445 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2013 95,129 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

handbrake opperation stiff

o/s/r tyre has cracks in sidewall

Pass 22 Aug 2013 95,129 miles

handbrake opperation stiff

o/s/r tyre has cracks in sidewall

Fail 19 Aug 2013 95,109 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Inner Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside engine mounting bracket insecure and likely to fail (6.1.D.1b)

handbrake opperation stiff

o/s/r tyre has cracks in sidewall

Pass 20 Jan 2012 93,962 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2012 93,962 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 23 Feb 2010 92,817 miles

Both front tyres perished but not exposing ply or cords

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Pass 14 Jun 2007 90,893 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2006 90,007 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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FTX 373K is a 1971 MG B in Red with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1971 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.3% with a typical mileage of 35,468 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FTX 373K, 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 55 years old, this MG B is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FTX 373K registered?

FTX 373K is a 1971 MG B, first registered on 1 January 1971.

Is FTX 373K safe to buy?

The MOT history for FTX 373K shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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