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LRT 997P

1975 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jun 2027
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

99,971 mi
Last recorded99,971 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2026
Typical for 1975 MG B41,922 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLRT 997P
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1975
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2026 99,971 miles
Fail 12 May 2026 99,957 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Aug 2017 99,869 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement lower inner (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement lower inner (2.4.G.2)

Pass 1 Aug 2016 99,677 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2015 99,606 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2015 99,606 miles

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Pass 7 Aug 2014 99,359 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2013 98,856 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2012 98,762 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2011 98,679 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2010 98,647 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2009 98,499 miles

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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LRT 997P is a 1975 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1975 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.2% with a typical mileage of 41,922 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 LRT 997P, 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 51 years old, this MG B is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LRT 997P registered?

LRT 997P is a 1975 MG B, first registered on 3 December 1975.

Is LRT 997P safe to buy?

The MOT history for LRT 997P shows 12 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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