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LNP 990K

1972 MG B

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jul 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

92,947 mi
Last recorded92,947 miles
Recorded on9 Jul 2025
Typical for 1972 MG B37,468 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLNP 990K
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1972
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Jul 2025 92,947 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Oct 2024 92,884 miles

Floor pan totally undersealed

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive sill / wing (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Oct 2023 92,807 miles

both front upper bushes perishing

slight oil leaks from engine and drivetrain

underside of vehicle heavily under sealed

Pass 23 May 2017 92,201 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2016 90,869 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2015 89,076 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2014 86,733 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2014 86,729 miles

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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

Pass 3 Apr 2013 85,029 miles

Offside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 2 Apr 2012 84,903 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2011 82,647 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2010 81,150 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2009 79,205 miles

Nearside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Offside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Oil leak

Pass 14 Apr 2008 77,898 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2007 76,325 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 25 Apr 2006 72,789 miles

Both front indicators and side lights have water within the lamps.

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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LNP 990K is a 1972 MG B in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 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 LNP 990K, 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 LNP 990K?

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What year was LNP 990K registered?

LNP 990K is a 1972 MG B, first registered on 1 April 1972.

Is LNP 990K safe to buy?

The MOT history for LNP 990K shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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