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LRD 405M

1973 MG B

Green Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Aug 2018
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

33,458 mi
Last recorded33,458 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2017
Typical for 1973 MG B38,472 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLRD 405M
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1973
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 14 Aug 2017 33,458 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2016 33,329 miles

Nearside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 25 Jun 2009 33,299 miles

Oil leak

nearside rear wheel bearings slightly worn

rear exhaust silencer rusted to excess and leaking slightly

some play in nearside king pin

Pass 20 Jun 2008 33,282 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2007 33,263 miles

offside front anti roll bar link slightly insecure

rear exhaust silencer rusted to excess

Pass 22 Jun 2006 33,230 miles

rear exhaust silencer rusted to excess

some play in both sides front wheel bearings

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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LRD 405M is a 1973 MG B in Green with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1973 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.2% with a typical mileage of 38,472 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 LRD 405M, 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 53 years old, this MG B is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of LRD 405M?

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What year was LRD 405M registered?

LRD 405M is a 1973 MG B, first registered on 1 August 1973.

Is LRD 405M safe to buy?

The MOT history for LRD 405M shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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