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LMX 157K

1972 MG Mgb

Orange Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 May 2018
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

96,717 mi
Last recorded96,717 miles
Recorded on11 May 2017
Typical for 1972 MG Mgb30,860 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLMX 157K
MakeMG
ModelMgb
Year1972
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 May 2017 96,717 miles
Fail 11 May 2017 96,717 miles

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

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 27 May 2016 96,096 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2013 95,716 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 25 Jul 2012 95,450 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2011 95,097 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2011 95,090 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 28 Jul 2010 94,783 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2009 94,330 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2008 94,270 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2007 93,918 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2006 93,255 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 19 Jul 2006 93,255 miles

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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LMX 157K is a 1972 MG Mgb in Orange with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 LMX 157K, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LMX 157K registered?

LMX 157K is a 1972 MG Mgb, first registered on 4 May 1972.

Is LMX 157K safe to buy?

The MOT history for LMX 157K shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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