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LGW 402K

1972 MG B GT

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Sep 2021
Tests20 (13 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate65%

Mileage

38,041 mi
Last recorded38,041 miles
Recorded on21 Sep 2020
Typical for 1972 MG B GT41,520 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLGW 402K
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1972
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

13 pass 7 fail
Pass 21 Sep 2020 38,041 miles

Nearside Front Inner Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn lower wisbone bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn inner wishbone bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

both front brakes binding slightly

offside and nearside rear chassis welded and repaired above spring hangers and covered in sealer

Fail 18 Sep 2020 38,037 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis above spring hanger (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis above spring hanger (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Inner Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn lower wisbone bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn inner wishbone bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

both front brakes binding slightly

Pass 17 Aug 2017 37,996 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2016 37,946 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2015 37,873 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2014 37,759 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2013 37,584 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2012 37,459 miles

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp slightly discoloured (1.2.1e)

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

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) slightly discoloured (1.1.A.3e)

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

Pass 21 Aug 2012 37,459 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp slightly discoloured (1.2.1e)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) slightly discoloured (1.1.A.3e)

Pass 24 Aug 2011 37,233 miles

nearside rear bump stop corroded

Fail 15 Aug 2011 37,227 miles

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Rear Brake lever has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

nearside rear bump stop corroded

Pass 19 Aug 2010 37,058 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2010 37,054 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 6 Aug 2009 36,611 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2009 36,611 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 29 Jul 2008 85,889 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2008 85,883 miles

Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 4 Jul 2007 35,755 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2006 34,496 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2006 34,496 miles

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

How Reliable is the MG B GT?

Based on 132,623 MOT tests across 14,879 vehicles.

74.5%
Pass Rate
458
Miles/Year
60
Year Lifespan
14,879
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 4,350
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 4,119
brake binding 3,855
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 3,693
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 3,413
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LGW 402K is a 1972 MG B GT in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65%.

Across all 1972 MG B GT models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.1% with a typical mileage of 41,520 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 GT fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 4,350 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LGW 402K, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG B GT typically stays on UK roads for around 60 years. At 54 years old, this MG B GT is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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LGW 402K is a 1972 MG B GT, first registered on 22 February 1972.

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