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LMK 261K

1972 MG B

Red Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jun 2018
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

64,374 mi
Last recorded64,374 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2017
Typical for 1972 MG B37,468 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLMK 261K
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2017 64,374 miles

Nearside Rear Rear reflector slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.5.1c)

Pass 10 Mar 2014 64,374 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

advise rear exhaust mount,s

Fail 10 Mar 2014 64,374 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

advise rear exhaust mount,s

Pass 7 Mar 2013 64,374 miles

Nearside Inner Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside front brake backplate slightly deteriorated

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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LMK 261K is a 1972 MG B in Red with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 LMK 261K, 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 LMK 261K?

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What year was LMK 261K registered?

LMK 261K is a 1972 MG B, first registered on 3 May 1972.

Is LMK 261K safe to buy?

The MOT history for LMK 261K shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LMK 261K have outstanding finance?

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