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LAF 838L

2014 MG B

White Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Feb 2026
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

88,729 mi
Last recorded88,729 miles
Recorded on8 Feb 2025
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLAF 838L
MakeMG
ModelB
Year2014
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Feb 2025 88,729 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2018 86,004 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2018 86,003 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Oct 2017 84,416 miles

Nearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively Both (3.7.B.3)

Pass 29 Sep 2016 82,452 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2015 82,288 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2014 52,017 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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LAF 838L is a 2014 MG B in White with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 LAF 838L, 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 12 years old, this MG B is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of LAF 838L?

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What year was LAF 838L registered?

LAF 838L is a 2014 MG B, first registered on 1 December 2014.

Is LAF 838L safe to buy?

The MOT history for LAF 838L shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LAF 838L have outstanding finance?

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