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LYX 421K

1972 MG B

Red Petrol 1348cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Oct 2024
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

55,107 mi
Last recorded55,107 miles
Recorded on25 Oct 2023
Typical for 1972 MG B37,468 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLYX 421K
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,348cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Oct 2023 55,107 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive Diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Whole underside of vehicle undersealed

Pass 16 Sep 2021 54,714 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 2 Sep 2021 54,697 miles

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Coolant leak ()

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Aug 2020 54,164 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

steering play at wheel

surface corrosion underside

underside suspension components/springs corroded

Fail 2 Jul 2020 54,153 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle nearside slow rate of increase (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear Position lamp not working both (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Stop lamp(s) not working both (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

fuel pump insecure

steering play at wheel

surface corrosion underside

underside suspension components/springs corroded

Pass 17 Apr 2018 53,786 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2017 53,741 miles

Front lower wishbone bushes perished

general underbody surface corrosion

Pass 17 Mar 2016 53,727 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2015 53,266 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2014 53,184 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2013 53,015 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2012 52,595 miles

Nearside Leaf spring anchor bracket damaged but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.6d)

Pass 7 Jul 2011 51,987 miles

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

Pass 17 Jul 2010 51,441 miles

offside rear spring weak

Pass 18 Jul 2009 50,421 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2008 49,463 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2007 48,484 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2006 46,913 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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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LYX 421K is a 1972 MG B in Red with a 1,348cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 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 LYX 421K, 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

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What year was LYX 421K registered?

LYX 421K is a 1972 MG B, first registered on 10 May 1972.

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