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LHM 202K

1972 MG B GT

Maroon Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 May 2019
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

27,769 mi
Last recorded27,769 miles
Recorded on1 May 2018
Typical for 1972 MG B GT41,520 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLHM 202K
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1972
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 May 2018 27,769 miles

offside and nearside rear leaf spring axle top mounting bracket corroded

parking brake only just met requirements

Pass 18 May 2017 27,180 miles
Fail 11 May 2017 27,169 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

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

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

Pass 25 Apr 2016 25,818 miles

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Slight play in steering column

Fail 25 Apr 2016 25,814 miles

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

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Slight play in steering column

Pass 14 May 2015 24,954 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 3 Apr 2014 24,610 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2012 23,718 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2011 23,257 miles

coolant leak from waterpump

Pass 15 Dec 2010 22,135 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2007 21,313 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2006 19,256 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2006 19,232 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

Offside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

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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LHM 202K is a 1972 MG B GT in Maroon with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 LHM 202K, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LHM 202K registered?

LHM 202K is a 1972 MG B GT, first registered on 12 May 1972.

Is LHM 202K safe to buy?

The MOT history for LHM 202K shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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