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JLG 854L

1972 MG B

Red Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jun 2025
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

23,631 mi
Last recorded23,631 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2024
Typical for 1972 MG B37,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJLG 854L
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Jun 2024 23,631 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2024 23,631 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high Both sides (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 17 May 2023 22,312 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2022 21,400 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2019 21,025 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2008 20,905 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2006 20,745 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2006 20,745 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 8 Jun 2005 20,525 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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JLG 854L is a 1972 MG B in Red with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 JLG 854L, 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 JLG 854L?

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What year was JLG 854L registered?

JLG 854L is a 1972 MG B, first registered on 1 August 1972.

Is JLG 854L safe to buy?

The MOT history for JLG 854L shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does JLG 854L have outstanding finance?

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