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LEX 740P

1975 MG B

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Jun 2027
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

16,247 mi
Last recorded16,247 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2026
Typical for 1975 MG B41,922 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLEX 740P
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1975
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2026 16,247 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn Lower king pin bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn Lower king pin bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 11 Jun 2026 16,247 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn Lower king pin bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn Lower king pin bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Pass 6 Sep 2021 13,002 miles

Front Coil spring corroded Nearside & offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Wheel bearing has slight play Nearside & offside (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 24 Aug 2021 12,874 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Front Coil spring corroded Nearside & offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Wheel bearing has slight play Nearside & offside (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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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LEX 740P is a 1975 MG B in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1975 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.2% with a typical mileage of 41,922 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 LEX 740P, 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 51 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 LEX 740P?

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What year was LEX 740P registered?

LEX 740P is a 1975 MG B, first registered on 15 September 1975.

Is LEX 740P safe to buy?

The MOT history for LEX 740P shows 4 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LEX 740P have outstanding finance?

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