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LLX 497P

1975 MG B

Green Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Sep 2026
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

41,881 mi
Last recorded41,881 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2025
Typical for 1975 MG B41,922 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLLX 497P
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1975
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 22 Aug 2025 41,881 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2024 41,782 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2023 41,239 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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LLX 497P is a 1975 MG B in Green with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1975 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.2% with a typical mileage of 41,922 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 LLX 497P, 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 51 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 LLX 497P?

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What year was LLX 497P registered?

LLX 497P is a 1975 MG B, first registered on 15 October 1975.

Is LLX 497P safe to buy?

The MOT history for LLX 497P shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LLX 497P have outstanding finance?

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