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LLA 787K

1972 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Nov 2018
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

87,923 mi
Last recorded87,923 miles
Recorded on9 Nov 2017
Typical for 1972 MG B37,468 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLLA 787K
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Nov 2017 87,923 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Dec 2016 86,743 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2015 86,355 miles

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

fuel cap seal perished

Fail 15 Dec 2015 86,355 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover missing (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

fuel cap seal perished

Pass 23 May 2014 86,154 miles
Pass 14 May 2013 85,512 miles

rear axle slightly offset to nearside

Pass 30 Apr 2012 83,996 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 17 May 2011 83,613 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 18 May 2010 83,336 miles

advise slight play in top suspension joint and bushs

Fail 18 May 2010 83,336 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

advise slight play in top suspension joint and bushs

Pass 26 May 2009 82,763 miles
Pass 20 May 2008 82,507 miles
Fail 20 May 2008 82,498 miles

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

Fail 18 May 2006 81,740 miles

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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 787K is a 1972 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 787K, 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

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What year was LLA 787K registered?

LLA 787K is a 1972 MG B, first registered on 16 May 1972.

Is LLA 787K safe to buy?

The MOT history for LLA 787K shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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