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LAR 485L

1972 MG B

Green Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 May 2019
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

21,651 mi
Last recorded21,651 miles
Recorded on22 May 2018
Typical for 1972 MG B37,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLAR 485L
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1972
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 May 2018 21,651 miles
Fail 18 May 2018 21,641 miles

Nearside Front Bonded suspension unit bonding failed and part of unit is likely to become displaced bump stops missing (2.4.F.2)

Steering component fractured and unserviceable o/s n/s steering exsessivly worne trunions (2.2.C.1d)

Pass 13 Mar 2017 18,720 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2015 16,868 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2014 12,988 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2013 11,266 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2007 11,187 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2006 10,950 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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LAR 485L is a 1972 MG B in Green with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 LAR 485L, 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 LAR 485L?

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What year was LAR 485L registered?

LAR 485L is a 1972 MG B, first registered on 21 December 1972.

Is LAR 485L safe to buy?

The MOT history for LAR 485L shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LAR 485L have outstanding finance?

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