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LEC 890J

1971 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Apr 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

69,952 mi
Last recorded69,952 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2026
Typical for 1971 MG B35,468 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLEC 890J
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2026 69,952 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2024 69,731 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2023 69,514 miles
Pass 25 May 2022 69,438 miles
Fail 23 May 2022 69,429 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Offside Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Service brake imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 7 Jun 2021 69,310 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2019 69,228 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2019 69,226 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Lower Shock absorbers likely to become detached securing nut not using its securing method (nylock nut) (5.3.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 16 Aug 2017 68,887 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2016 68,695 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2016 68,695 miles

Nearside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Pass 6 Aug 2015 68,607 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2014 68,530 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2013 68,333 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2012 68,095 miles
Pass 19 May 2009 68,036 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2008 67,568 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2007 66,878 miles

scratch on windscreen o/s

Pass 20 Jul 2006 64,699 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2006 64,699 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

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

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

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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LEC 890J is a 1971 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1971 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.3% with a typical mileage of 35,468 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 890J, 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 55 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 890J?

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What year was LEC 890J registered?

LEC 890J is a 1971 MG B, first registered on 21 May 1971.

Is LEC 890J safe to buy?

The MOT history for LEC 890J shows 20 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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