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LVB 260K

1971 MG B

White Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Sep 2019
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

28,984 mi
Last recorded28,984 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2018
Typical for 1971 MG B35,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLVB 260K
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1971
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2018 28,984 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2017 28,055 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2015 27,626 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 5 Jun 2014 27,114 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2013 26,393 miles
Pass 4 May 2012 25,537 miles
Fail 4 May 2012 25,537 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

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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LVB 260K is a 1971 MG B in White with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1971 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.3% with a typical mileage of 35,468 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 LVB 260K, 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 55 years old, this MG B is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of LVB 260K?

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What year was LVB 260K registered?

LVB 260K is a 1971 MG B, first registered on 16 November 1971.

Is LVB 260K safe to buy?

The MOT history for LVB 260K shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LVB 260K have outstanding finance?

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