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LLP 730K

1972 MG Mgb

Red Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jul 2010
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

71,376 mi
Last recorded71,376 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2009
Typical for 1972 MG Mgb30,860 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLLP 730K
MakeMG
ModelMgb
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2009 71,376 miles

Extensive corrosion underneath.

N/s rear brake is not as good as o/s.

O/s headlamp losing intensity.

Some imbalance to front brakes - o/s is not as good as n/s.

Some play in o/s rear shock absorber pivot.

Some play in steering.

Fail 16 Jul 2009 71,376 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Extensive corrosion underneath.

N/s rear brake is not as good as o/s.

O/s headlamp losing intensity.

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Some imbalance to front brakes - o/s is not as good as n/s.

Some play in o/s rear shock absorber pivot.

Some play in steering.

Pass 16 Jun 2008 70,786 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2008 70,786 miles

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

Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Parking brake lever releases when knocked (3.1.6a)

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

Rear Brake cable has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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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LLP 730K is a 1972 MG Mgb in Red with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1972 MG Mgb models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.7% with a typical mileage of 30,860 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 LLP 730K, 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 54 years old, this MG Mgb is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was LLP 730K registered?

LLP 730K is a 1972 MG Mgb, first registered on 21 April 1972.

Is LLP 730K safe to buy?

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