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LJJ 863K

1972 MG B

White Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jan 2023
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

84,180 mi
Last recorded84,180 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2022
Typical for 1972 MG B37,468 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJJ 863K
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1972
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2022 84,180 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2020 84,091 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2019 84,012 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2018 83,858 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2017 83,826 miles

Nearside Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Offside Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Pass 22 Aug 2016 83,745 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2015 83,544 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2015 83,544 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 26 Jun 2014 83,457 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2013 33,437 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2012 83,323 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2012 83,320 miles

Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)

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

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

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

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Position lamp switch does not illuminate the front and rear position lamps with a single operation (1.1.A.2)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1a)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 25 Aug 2011 83,236 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2010 83,098 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2009 82,955 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2008 32,771 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2008 32,771 miles

Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Pass 13 Jul 2007 82,543 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2006 82,082 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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LJJ 863K is a 1972 MG B in White with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 LJJ 863K, 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 LJJ 863K?

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What year was LJJ 863K registered?

LJJ 863K is a 1972 MG B, first registered on 6 June 1972.

Is LJJ 863K safe to buy?

The MOT history for LJJ 863K shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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