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LJC 953K

1972 MG B

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Feb 2027
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

26,797 mi
Last recorded26,797 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2026
Typical for 1972 MG B37,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this MG
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJC 953K
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1972
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2026 26,797 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2026 26,797 miles

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases exhaust box (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 14 Jun 2024 26,735 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2023 26,518 miles

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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LJC 953K is a 1972 MG B in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1972 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.5% with a typical mileage of 37,468 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 LJC 953K, 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 54 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 LJC 953K?

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What year was LJC 953K registered?

LJC 953K is a 1972 MG B, first registered on 1 July 1972.

Is LJC 953K safe to buy?

The MOT history for LJC 953K shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LJC 953K have outstanding finance?

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