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LOF 131P

1976 MG B

Black Petrol 4600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 May 2019
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

13,680 mi
Last recorded13,680 miles
Recorded on2 May 2018
Typical for 1976 MG B44,791 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLOF 131P
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1976
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,600cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 May 2018 13,680 miles
Pass 3 May 2017 11,316 miles
Pass 6 May 2016 8,460 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2015 5,626 miles
Pass 7 May 2014 3,986 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Fail 7 May 2014 3,985 miles

Parking brake operation grabbing severely (3.7.C.3b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 30 Apr 2013 2,172 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2012 557 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2012 557 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 25 Mar 2011 96,949 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2010 92,159 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 24 Mar 2010 92,159 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2009 87,197 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2008 84,643 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2007 81,542 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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LOF 131P is a 1976 MG B in Black with a 4,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 LOF 131P, 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 LOF 131P?

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What year was LOF 131P registered?

LOF 131P is a 1976 MG B, first registered on 1 January 1976.

Is LOF 131P safe to buy?

The MOT history for LOF 131P shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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