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LPC 420K

1972 MG B GT

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jul 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

21,571 mi
Last recorded21,571 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2025
Typical for 1972 MG B GT41,520 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLPC 420K
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2025 21,571 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2025 21,571 miles

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 2 Feb 2021 20,548 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2017 18,207 miles

Some rear brake bind.

Pass 22 Dec 2016 18,181 miles

Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both front lower (2.4.G.2)

Fail 22 Dec 2016 18,167 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated perished (2.2.D.2d)

Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both front lower (2.4.G.2)

Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both front lower (2.4.G.2)

Pass 4 Dec 2015 18,159 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2015 18,131 miles
Fail 23 Dec 2014 18,118 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover missing (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 15 Nov 2013 18,113 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2012 18,093 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2011 18,036 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2010 17,999 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2009 17,984 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2008 17,856 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2007 17,779 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2006 17,763 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2005 17,377 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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LPC 420K is a 1972 MG B GT in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 LPC 420K, 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 LPC 420K registered?

LPC 420K is a 1972 MG B GT, first registered on 26 May 1972.

Is LPC 420K safe to buy?

The MOT history for LPC 420K shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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