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LAF 128L

1972 MG B GT

Black Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 May 2018
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

59,779 mi
Last recorded59,779 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2017
Typical for 1972 MG B GT41,520 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLAF 128L
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1972
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2017 59,779 miles

Nearside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush Slight play in bottom king pin bush. (2.5.A.3a)

Wiper blades deteriateing

Fail 14 Apr 2017 59,779 miles

Nearside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush Slight play in bottom king pin bush. (2.5.A.3a)

Offside Front Brake pipe fouled by moving parts Brake pipe rubbing starter cable. (3.6.B.2a)

Wiper blades deteriateing

Pass 3 May 2016 59,761 miles

Nearside Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

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

Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Fail 13 Apr 2015 59,415 miles

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

Nearside Front Lower Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 13 Apr 2015 59,415 miles

Nearside Front Lower Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 25 Mar 2014 59,819 miles

Nearside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Fail 14 Mar 2014 58,797 miles

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

Nearside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 5 Apr 2013 57,636 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2012 56,956 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2012 56,955 miles

Fuel tank leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

How Reliable is the MG B GT?

Based on 132,623 MOT tests across 14,879 vehicles.

74.5%
Pass Rate
458
Miles/Year
60
Year Lifespan
14,879
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 4,350
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 4,119
brake binding 3,855
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 3,693
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 3,413
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LAF 128L is a 1972 MG B GT in Black with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1972 MG B GT models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.1% with a typical mileage of 41,520 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 GT fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 4,350 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LAF 128L, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG B GT typically stays on UK roads for around 60 years. At 54 years old, this MG B GT is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of LAF 128L?

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What year was LAF 128L registered?

LAF 128L is a 1972 MG B GT, first registered on 21 December 1972.

Is LAF 128L safe to buy?

The MOT history for LAF 128L shows 10 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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