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LFY 482R

1976 MG B Roadster

Red Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Aug 2015
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

13,853 mi
Last recorded13,853 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2015
Typical for 1976 MG B Roadster34,616 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLFY 482R
MakeMG
ModelB Roadster
Year1976
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Fail 22 Sep 2015 13,853 miles

Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings bulkhead rusted (6.1.B.2)

Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (3.6.C.3)

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Nearside Seat belt insecurely fixed to the vehicles structure buckle (5.2.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Steering system excessively tight (2.2.D.1)

Steering wheel locking device insecure wheel loose (2.1.6)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Pass 16 Aug 2014 13,233 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2014 13,233 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 24 Aug 2013 12,911 miles
Pass 5 May 2012 12,730 miles

Corrosion to O/S/F inner wing in front of brake master cylinder

Slight play in steering rack at both front wheels

Pass 7 May 2011 12,302 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2009 10,745 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2008 9,623 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2007 8,898 miles

Centre Rear Upper Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 12 Jul 2006

How Reliable is the MG B Roadster?

Based on 3,612 MOT tests across 302 vehicles.

78.0%
Pass Rate
401
Miles/Year
63
Year Lifespan
302
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 81
brake binding 75
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 65
Stop lamp not working 64
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 57
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LFY 482R is a 1976 MG B Roadster in Red with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1976 MG B Roadster models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.6% with a typical mileage of 34,616 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG B Roadster fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 81 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LFY 482R, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG B Roadster typically stays on UK roads for around 63 years. At 50 years old, this MG B Roadster is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LFY 482R registered?

LFY 482R is a 1976 MG B Roadster, first registered on 1 December 1976.

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