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LFD 512L

1973 MG Mgb

Green Petrol 3531cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Sep 2016
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

43,470 mi
Last recorded43,470 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2015
Typical for 1973 MG Mgb31,159 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLFD 512L
MakeMG
ModelMgb
Year1973
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,531cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2015 43,470 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2014 43,464 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2013 43,447 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

Pass 6 Jul 2011 43,338 miles
Pass 5 May 2010 42,763 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2009 41,950 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2008 40,321 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 4 Apr 2007 39,933 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2007 39,925 miles

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

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 21 Mar 2006 38,628 miles

How Reliable is the MG Mgb?

Based on 26,893 MOT tests across 2,439 vehicles.

77.2%
Pass Rate
382
Miles/Year
63
Year Lifespan
2,439
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 736
Stop lamp not working 551
brake binding 549
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 531
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 460
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LFD 512L is a 1973 MG Mgb in Green with a 3,531cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1973 MG Mgb models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.2% with a typical mileage of 31,159 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG Mgb fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 736 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LFD 512L, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG Mgb typically stays on UK roads for around 63 years. At 53 years old, this MG Mgb is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of LFD 512L?

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What year was LFD 512L registered?

LFD 512L is a 1973 MG Mgb, first registered on 8 March 1973.

Is LFD 512L safe to buy?

The MOT history for LFD 512L shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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