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LUM 551P

1975 MG Mgb

Red Petrol 1300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2017
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

86,102 mi
Last recorded86,102 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2016
Typical for 1975 MG Mgb44,924 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLUM 551P
MakeMG
ModelMgb
Year1975
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,300cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2016 86,102 miles

offside rear tyre cracked on inner sidewall

Fail 22 Jun 2016 86,100 miles

Offside Front Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner wheel arch (3.6.C.3)

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded floor (5.2.6)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

offside rear tyre cracked on inner sidewall

surface rust on front brake discs

surface rust under vehicle on floor and chassis

Pass 3 Sep 2014 86,085 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2013 85,848 miles

How Reliable is the MG Mgb?

Based on 26,893 MOT tests across 2,439 vehicles.

77.2%
Pass Rate
382
Miles/Year
63
Year Lifespan
2,439
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 736
Stop lamp not working 551
brake binding 549
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 531
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 460
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LUM 551P is a 1975 MG Mgb in Red with a 1,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1975 MG Mgb models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.3% with a typical mileage of 44,924 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 Mgb fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 736 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LUM 551P, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG Mgb typically stays on UK roads for around 63 years. At 51 years old, this MG Mgb is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of LUM 551P?

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What year was LUM 551P registered?

LUM 551P is a 1975 MG Mgb, first registered on 12 August 1975.

Is LUM 551P safe to buy?

The MOT history for LUM 551P shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LUM 551P have outstanding finance?

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