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LJC 99R

1976 MG B GT

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Sep 2021
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

21,388 mi
Last recorded21,388 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2020
Typical for 1976 MG B GT51,848 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJC 99R
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1976
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2020 21,388 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

early signs of corrosion to the n/s outer sill in places

rear bumper support is corroded

Pass 7 Sep 2019 21,342 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

early signs of corrosion to the n/s rear outer sill area

Pass 28 Aug 2018 21,237 miles

parking brake travel just within limits

Pass 30 Aug 2017 21,084 miles

0p-lay in o/s and n/s inner track rods

Nearside Outer sill has ljght corrosion

Rear propshaft uj has slight play

Pass 12 Sep 2016 20,810 miles

light corrosion to n/s outer sill and wheel arch at rear

Fail 8 Sep 2016 20,790 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

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

light corrosion to n/s outer sill and wheel arch at rear

Pass 18 Sep 2015 20,219 miles

some play in steering rack assy

Pass 6 Jul 2011 20,164 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2011 20,164 miles

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

Steering wheel retaining device insecure (2.1.6)

Pass 23 Jun 2010 19,915 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2010 19,915 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Nearside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Pass 7 Jul 2009 19,824 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2008 19,729 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2008 19,729 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.6.B.1)

Pass 3 Jul 2007 19,355 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 28 Jun 2006 18,512 miles

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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LJC 99R is a 1976 MG B GT in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1976 MG B GT models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.4% with a typical mileage of 51,848 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 LJC 99R, 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 50 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 LJC 99R registered?

LJC 99R is a 1976 MG B GT, first registered on 6 August 1976.

Is LJC 99R safe to buy?

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