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LJF 30P

1975 MG Mgb

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 May 2018
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

21,377 mi
Last recorded21,377 miles
Recorded on11 May 2017
Typical for 1975 MG Mgb44,924 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJF 30P
MakeMG
ModelMgb
Year1975
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 May 2017 21,377 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases At manifold (7.1.2)

Fail 10 May 2017 21,377 miles

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases At manifold (7.1.2)

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

Pass 7 May 2016 21,280 miles

Steering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)

Fail 29 Apr 2016 21,280 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak Inoperative (2.7.3)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Steering system excessively rough (2.2.D.1)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring shackle bracket loose (2.4.B.6a) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 Nov 2014 21,034 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2014 21,016 miles

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

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

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Suspension arm locating pin retaining device missing (2.4.G.3b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Suspension arm locating pin retaining device missing (2.4.G.3b)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

How Reliable is the MG Mgb?

Based on 26,893 MOT tests across 2,439 vehicles.

77.2%
Pass Rate
382
Miles/Year
63
Year Lifespan
2,439
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 736
Stop lamp not working 551
brake binding 549
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 531
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 460
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LJF 30P is a 1975 MG Mgb in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1975 MG Mgb models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.3% with a typical mileage of 44,924 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 Mgb fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 736 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LJF 30P, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG Mgb typically stays on UK roads for around 63 years. At 51 years old, this MG Mgb is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LJF 30P registered?

LJF 30P is a 1975 MG Mgb, first registered on 1 November 1975.

Is LJF 30P safe to buy?

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