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LSR 189P

1976 MG Mgb

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Apr 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

3,182 mi
Last recorded3,182 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2026
Typical for 1976 MG Mgb29,900 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLSR 189P
MakeMG
ModelMgb
Year1976
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2026 3,182 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2024 98,850 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2022 95,687 miles
Pass 21 May 2021 93,631 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2019 88,904 miles

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Mar 2018 85,634 miles

slight play in steering column

Pass 31 Jan 2017 85,401 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2016 83,397 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2015 81,826 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2014 79,910 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2013 78,409 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2012 76,542 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2010 74,837 miles

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 22 Aug 2009 73,025 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Oil leak

Pass 30 Aug 2008 72,812 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Fail 29 Aug 2008 72,795 miles

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

front brake binding (3.7.B.1) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 Sep 2007 72,625 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2006 72,564 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2005 72,467 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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LSR 189P is a 1976 MG Mgb in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

Across all 1976 MG Mgb models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.8% with a typical mileage of 29,900 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 LSR 189P, 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 50 years old, this MG Mgb is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LSR 189P registered?

LSR 189P is a 1976 MG Mgb, first registered on 1 May 1976.

Is LSR 189P safe to buy?

The MOT history for LSR 189P shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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