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LUA 155L

1972 MG B GT

Gold Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jul 2021
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

45,678 mi
Last recorded45,678 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2020
Typical for 1972 MG B GT41,520 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLUA 155L
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1972
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2020 45,678 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Jul 2019 45,667 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2018 45,640 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Jul 2017 45,592 miles

top radiator hose has a leak

Pass 13 Jul 2016 45,222 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2015 45,163 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2014 44,941 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2013 44,906 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2012 44,696 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2011 44,485 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2010 44,314 miles

headlight switch deteriorated

Fail 16 Jul 2010 44,314 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

headlight switch deteriorated

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 12 Jun 2009 43,769 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2009 43,769 miles

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

Pass 26 Jun 2008 43,531 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2008 43,531 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Fail 4 Jun 2008 43,509 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 5 Apr 2007 43,503 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Fail 3 Apr 2007 43,503 miles

Fuel hose leaking (7.2.3)

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 11 Apr 2006 43,491 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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LUA 155L is a 1972 MG B GT in Gold with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 LUA 155L, 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 LUA 155L registered?

LUA 155L is a 1972 MG B GT, first registered on 20 November 1972.

Is LUA 155L safe to buy?

The MOT history for LUA 155L shows 20 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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