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LLA 175K

1972 MG B

Green Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Apr 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

74,188 mi
Last recorded74,188 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2026
Typical for 1972 MG B37,468 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLLA 175K
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1972
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2026 74,188 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2025 74,112 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Front Outer Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Apr 2018 73,912 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2018 73,912 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has a deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Offside Rear Leaf spring has a deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Parking brake lever pawl spring does not push the pawl positively into the ratchet teeth (3.1.5)

Pass 12 Apr 2017 73,595 miles

Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Fail 11 Apr 2017 73,594 miles

Offside Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) rack end (2.2.A.1b)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Pass 15 Apr 2016 73,017 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2015 72,838 miles

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

main beam tell tale not working

Fail 27 Mar 2015 72,837 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is inadequately repaired (5.2.6)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

rear brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

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

emmisions high

main beam tell tale not working

Pass 3 Apr 2014 72,170 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2013 72,124 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2012 72,093 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2011 71,971 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2010 71,736 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2009 71,270 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2008 71,019 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2008 71,014 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 28 Mar 2007 69,295 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2006 66,460 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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LLA 175K is a 1972 MG B in Green with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 LLA 175K, 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 LLA 175K?

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What year was LLA 175K registered?

LLA 175K is a 1972 MG B, first registered on 30 May 1972.

Is LLA 175K safe to buy?

The MOT history for LLA 175K shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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