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KFD 740L

1972 MG B

White Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Aug 2017
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

16,666 mi
Last recorded16,666 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2016
Typical for 1972 MG B37,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKFD 740L
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1972
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2016 16,666 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2015 16,528 miles
Fail 22 May 2015 16,521 miles

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

Hazard warning tell tale not working correctly (1.4.B.1e)

Pass 2 Jun 2014 16,234 miles

rear axel strap snapped

Fail 29 May 2014 16,234 miles

Offside Front Axle king pin has excessive play in pin and/or bush adversely affecting the steering (2.5.A.3a)

Offside Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

rear axel strap snapped

Pass 3 May 2013 14,984 miles
Pass 29 May 2012 13,672 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2011 12,637 miles
Pass 27 May 2010 12,269 miles
Pass 21 May 2009 12,174 miles

oil leak

Pass 22 May 2008 11,820 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2007 11,680 miles

Oil leak

Pass 17 Jul 2006 11,255 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2006 11,248 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.6.D3)

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.6.D3)

inbalance rear brake

oil leak

propshaft defective

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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KFD 740L is a 1972 MG B in White with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 1972 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.5% with a typical mileage of 37,468 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 KFD 740L, 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 54 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 KFD 740L?

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What year was KFD 740L registered?

KFD 740L is a 1972 MG B, first registered on 22 December 1972.

Is KFD 740L safe to buy?

The MOT history for KFD 740L shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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