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LUU 999K

1972 MG Mgb

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 May 2022
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

97,989 mi
Last recorded97,989 miles
Recorded on6 May 2021
Typical for 1972 MG Mgb30,860 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLUU 999K
MakeMG
ModelMgb
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 May 2021 97,989 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2020 97,922 miles

Minimal play in prop shaft joint

Rear brake application uneven

Pass 23 Apr 2019 97,876 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2019 97,876 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 26 Apr 2018 97,791 miles

Rear exhaust mounting damaged

Slight play front suspension trunions

Pass 9 May 2017 97,693 miles

Slight play front king pins

Pass 14 Jun 2016 97,508 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2016 97,508 miles

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Head light o/s slightly less bright than n/s

Lower steering column bush worn

Slight play in steering UJ

Pass 5 Jun 2015 96,721 miles

Exhaust corroding + minor leak

Head lamps slightly insecure + Patterns poor

Slight play in steering colume shaft U.J

Pass 9 Jun 2014 96,424 miles

Axle strap o/s rear broken

Park brake effort slightly low n/s rear

Pass 8 Apr 2014 96,242 miles
Pass 8 May 2013 95,826 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

brake pedal rubber worn

dampness around o/s/f shock absorber

o/s steering rack boot perished

slight play in both front top trunion bushes and king pins

Fail 8 May 2013 95,826 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front position lamp(s) deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

brake pedal rubber worn

dampness around o/s/f shock absorber

o/s steering rack boot perished

slight play in both front top trunion bushes and king pins

Pass 20 Apr 2012 95,391 miles

o/s/f bump stop missing

Fail 20 Apr 2012 95,391 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

o/s/f bump stop missing

Pass 16 Apr 2011 94,237 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2010 94,236 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2009 94,226 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2008 94,224 miles
Pass 4 May 2007 94,218 miles
Pass 6 May 2006 94,202 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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LUU 999K is a 1972 MG Mgb in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

Across all 1972 MG Mgb models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.7% with a typical mileage of 30,860 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 LUU 999K, 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 54 years old, this MG Mgb is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LUU 999K registered?

LUU 999K is a 1972 MG Mgb, first registered on 1 June 1972.

Is LUU 999K safe to buy?

The MOT history for LUU 999K shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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