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LSL 942

2001 MG B

Red Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Mar 2019
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

6,078 mi
Last recorded6,078 miles
Recorded on29 Mar 2018
Typical for 2001 MG B19,630 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLSL 942
MakeMG
ModelB
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Mar 2018 6,078 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2014 5,903 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2012 5,643 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2010 5,632 miles

All 4 wheels have been changed and they have snow tyres fitted

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Fail 20 Jan 2010 5,612 miles

Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

Pass 27 Jan 2009 5,599 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2008 3,357 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2007 2,792 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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LSL 942 is a 2001 MG B in Red with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2001 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.5% with a typical mileage of 19,630 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 LSL 942, 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 25 years old, this MG B is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LSL 942 registered?

LSL 942 is a 2001 MG B, first registered on 1 March 2001.

Is LSL 942 safe to buy?

The MOT history for LSL 942 shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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