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LVK 29L

1973 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Aug 2023
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

76,396 mi
Last recorded76,396 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2022
Typical for 1973 MG B38,472 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLVK 29L
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1973
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Aug 2022 76,396 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking/perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Sep 2021 76,061 miles

Offside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 15 Sep 2021 76,050 miles

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension arm attachment bracket modified but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Aug 2018 74,442 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2017 74,172 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2016 73,932 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2015 73,593 miles

front number plate cracked

Pass 20 Aug 2014 73,179 miles

front number plate cracked

Pass 23 Jul 2013 72,533 miles

front number plate cracked

slight play in offside front steering rack arm

Pass 14 Aug 2012 71,846 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2011 71,149 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2011 71,149 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 27 Jul 2010 70,505 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2009 70,046 miles

nearside front tyre cracks and splits in sidewalls

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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LVK 29L is a 1973 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 LVK 29L, 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 LVK 29L?

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What year was LVK 29L registered?

LVK 29L is a 1973 MG B, first registered on 1 January 1973.

Is LVK 29L safe to buy?

The MOT history for LVK 29L shows 14 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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