MOT Status
ValidMileage
58,672 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Power steering ram has slight seepage from a joint (2.1.5 (a))
Rear Fluid leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Nearside Rear Suspension unit leaking (5.3.5 (c))
Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Power steering ram has slight seepage from a joint (2.1.5 (a))
Rear Fluid leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Oil leak.
Oil leak ()
Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
Oil leak
Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)
Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)
Nearside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
Offside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
Oil leak
Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
both rear tyres tread low
diff oil leak
offside rear reflector damaged
slight oil leak
slight oil leaks engine & gearbox area.
How Reliable is the MG B?
Based on 191,608 MOT tests across 19,443 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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LEC 485 is a 1972 MG B in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.
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 LEC 485, 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 LEC 485?
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What year was LEC 485 registered?
LEC 485 is a 1972 MG B, first registered on 22 February 1972.
Is LEC 485 safe to buy?
The MOT history for LEC 485 shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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