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LAL 493K

1972 MG B GT

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Nov 2012
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

58,706 mi
Last recorded58,706 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2011
Typical for 1972 MG B GT41,520 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLAL 493K
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1972
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 11 Nov 2011 58,706 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2008 58,644 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2007 58,600 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2006 57,849 miles

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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LAL 493K is a 1972 MG B GT in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 LAL 493K, 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 LAL 493K?

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What year was LAL 493K registered?

LAL 493K is a 1972 MG B GT, first registered on 1 April 1972.

Is LAL 493K safe to buy?

The MOT history for LAL 493K shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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