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LHD 272T

1978 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Aug 2025
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

70,680 mi
Last recorded70,680 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2024
Typical for 1978 MG B49,048 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLHD 272T
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Aug 2024 70,680 miles

Front prop shaft U/J has slight play

Pass 10 Aug 2022 69,173 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2020 67,209 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2020 67,209 miles

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner arch (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Apr 2018 63,624 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2017 62,161 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2016 60,801 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2015 59,233 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2014 58,018 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2013 56,500 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2012 55,235 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2011 54,213 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2010 53,446 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2009 51,931 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2008 51,106 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2007 50,060 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2006 48,843 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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LHD 272T is a 1978 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

Across all 1978 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.8% with a typical mileage of 49,048 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 LHD 272T, 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 48 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 LHD 272T?

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What year was LHD 272T registered?

LHD 272T is a 1978 MG B, first registered on 1 August 1978.

Is LHD 272T safe to buy?

The MOT history for LHD 272T shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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