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LCJ 636P

1976 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Apr 2027
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

96,018 mi
Last recorded96,018 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2026
Typical for 1976 MG B44,791 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLCJ 636P
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1976
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2026 96,018 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2025 96,006 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2024 95,982 miles
Pass 9 May 2023 95,954 miles

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

Pass 22 Apr 2022 95,918 miles

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

Pass 13 May 2021 95,898 miles
Fail 13 May 2021 95,898 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 14 May 2020 95,864 miles
Pass 15 May 2019 95,785 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2018 95,552 miles

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

Pass 20 Apr 2017 95,717 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2016 95,247 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

oil leak

Pass 18 Mar 2015 95,111 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2014 94,899 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2013 94,599 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2012 94,478 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2011 94,326 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2010 94,008 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2009 93,660 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2008 93,276 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2007 92,701 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2006 92,564 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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LCJ 636P is a 1976 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

Across all 1976 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.0% with a typical mileage of 44,791 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 LCJ 636P, 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 50 years old, this MG B is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of LCJ 636P?

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What year was LCJ 636P registered?

LCJ 636P is a 1976 MG B, first registered on 1 February 1976.

Is LCJ 636P safe to buy?

The MOT history for LCJ 636P shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LCJ 636P have outstanding finance?

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