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LST 74P

1976 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jan 2026
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

55,034 mi
Last recorded55,034 miles
Recorded on17 Jan 2025
Typical for 1976 MG B44,791 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLST 74P
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1976
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Jan 2025 55,034 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2020 54,327 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2018 53,259 miles
Pass 16 May 2017 52,776 miles

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil both rears and o/s/f (2.7.3)

Pass 13 Apr 2016 52,154 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2015 51,474 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2014 51,367 miles

Nearside Rear Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 17 Apr 2014 51,367 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2012 50,664 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2011 49,730 miles

Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (3.6.C.3)

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

Fuel hose leaking (7.2.3)

battery tray corroded

offside axle strap frayed

Pass 21 Apr 2011 49,730 miles

Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (3.6.C.3)

battery tray corroded

offside axle strap frayed

Pass 2 Jul 2007 49,728 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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LST 74P is a 1976 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 LST 74P, 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 LST 74P?

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What year was LST 74P registered?

LST 74P is a 1976 MG B, first registered on 1 February 1976.

Is LST 74P safe to buy?

The MOT history for LST 74P shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LST 74P have outstanding finance?

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