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LYC 150L

1972 MG B

White Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2021
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

57,293 mi
Last recorded57,293 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2020
Typical for 1972 MG B37,468 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLYC 150L
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1972
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2020 57,293 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2018 56,762 miles

Nearside Rear shock rubbing exhaust

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 28 Jun 2018 56,675 miles

Headlamp aim too low both (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt both (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Rear shock rubbing exhaust

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Jul 2017 56,312 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 12 Jul 2017 56,312 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 14 Mar 2017 56,205 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Oil leak ()

Pass 24 Mar 2016 55,900 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2015 55,454 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2013 55,008 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2013 55,008 miles

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

Pass 3 Oct 2012 54,711 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2012 54,708 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 28 Sep 2011 54,212 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2010 53,046 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2010 53,046 miles

Nearside Rear Axle has inadequate clearance with the bump stop (2.4.A.1a)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 2 Sep 2009 50,030 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2008 49,248 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2007 48,507 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2006 47,812 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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LYC 150L is a 1972 MG B in White with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

Across all 1972 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.5% with a typical mileage of 37,468 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 fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 5,224 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LYC 150L, 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 54 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 LYC 150L?

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What year was LYC 150L registered?

LYC 150L is a 1972 MG B, first registered on 2 August 1972.

Is LYC 150L safe to buy?

The MOT history for LYC 150L shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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