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LYP 250K

1972 MG B

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jan 2021
Tests15 (9 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

8,458 mi
Last recorded8,458 miles
Recorded on16 Jan 2020
Typical for 1972 MG B37,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLYP 250K
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1972
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

9 pass 6 fail
Pass 16 Jan 2020 8,458 miles

both rear brake back plates damp

Fail 28 Nov 2019 8,458 miles

Windscreen washer not working both front (3.5 (a))

both rear back plated damp

Pass 3 Nov 2018 8,234 miles

both rear brake back plates damp

Fail 3 Nov 2018 8,234 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

both rear brake back plates damp

Pass 27 Nov 2017 8,053 miles

Front subframe modified to clear engine

Steering column runs close to chassis

Two front number plates fitted

Fail 21 Nov 2017 8,053 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm locating pin insecure outer bolt loose (2.4.G.3a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front subframe modified to clear engine

Steering column runs close to chassis

Two front number plates fitted

Pass 28 Jul 2016 7,583 miles

unable to carry out roller brake test due to severe binding on n/s/r brake

Fail 20 Jul 2016 7,580 miles

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

Nearside Rear rear brake binding wheel is solid & cant be turned. (3.7.B.1) DANGEROUS

unable to carry out roller brake test due to severe binding on n/s/r brake

Pass 20 Jul 2015 7,264 miles

oil leak from rear differential seals.

Fail 17 Jul 2015 7,263 miles

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

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

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

slight leak from rear diff axle oil seals.

Pass 10 Jun 2014 6,359 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2013 5,026 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2012 4,763 miles

brake servo hose slightly collapsed

steering shaft close to chassis

Fail 8 Jun 2012 4,762 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

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

brake servo hose slightly collapsed

steering shaft close to chassis

Pass 29 Apr 2008 4,596 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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LYP 250K is a 1972 MG B in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 LYP 250K, 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 LYP 250K?

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What year was LYP 250K registered?

LYP 250K is a 1972 MG B, first registered on 16 June 1972.

Is LYP 250K safe to buy?

The MOT history for LYP 250K shows 15 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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