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LMX 160K

1972 MG B GT

Gold Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Feb 2025
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

30,997 mi
Last recorded30,997 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2024
Typical for 1972 MG B GT41,520 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLMX 160K
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1972
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2024 30,997 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2024 30,997 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Oct 2022 30,564 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2021 29,303 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2020 28,020 miles

Horn weak

Pass 7 Oct 2019 26,882 miles
Pass 3 May 2017 26,633 miles
Pass 23 May 2016 26,519 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2015 25,463 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2014 23,570 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2013 20,444 miles
Pass 29 May 2012 17,986 miles

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

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

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

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

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 25 May 2011 17,954 miles

Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (3.6.C.3)

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

Coolant leak

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

nearside front tyre is slightly cracked on outer side wall

Pass 20 Apr 2010 17,935 miles

slight wear in steering rack inner joints

Pass 14 Apr 2009 17,891 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2007 17,792 miles

See adv sheet 652596657124

Fail 5 Jun 2007 17,792 miles

Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Oil leak

Rattling Noise from engine

Fail 15 May 2006 17,455 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 15 May 2006 17,455 miles

How Reliable is the MG B GT?

Based on 132,623 MOT tests across 14,879 vehicles.

74.5%
Pass Rate
458
Miles/Year
60
Year Lifespan
14,879
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 4,350
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 4,119
brake binding 3,855
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 3,693
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 3,413
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LMX 160K is a 1972 MG B GT in Gold with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

Across all 1972 MG B GT models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.1% with a typical mileage of 41,520 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG B GT fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 4,350 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LMX 160K, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG B GT typically stays on UK roads for around 60 years. At 54 years old, this MG B GT is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LMX 160K registered?

LMX 160K is a 1972 MG B GT, first registered on 27 April 1972.

Is LMX 160K safe to buy?

The MOT history for LMX 160K shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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