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LON 260P

1976 MG B

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Apr 2012
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

12,045 mi
Last recorded12,045 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2011
Typical for 1976 MG B44,791 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLON 260P
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1976
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2011 12,045 miles
Pass 5 May 2010 11,938 miles

Oil leak

Pass 2 Jun 2009 11,844 miles

all four tyres perished

Pass 7 Jul 2008 11,571 miles

Steering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)

Pass 2 Jun 2007 11,319 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2006 11,038 miles
Fail 17 May 2006 11,037 miles

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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LON 260P is a 1976 MG B in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 LON 260P, 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 LON 260P?

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What year was LON 260P registered?

LON 260P is a 1976 MG B, first registered on 11 February 1976.

Is LON 260P safe to buy?

The MOT history for LON 260P shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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