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LXG 144L

1973 MG B

Green Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Sep 2026
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

97,009 mi
Last recorded97,009 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2025
Typical for 1973 MG B38,472 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLXG 144L
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1973
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2025 97,009 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2024 96,910 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2023 96,692 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2022 96,277 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2022 96,277 miles

Stop lamp(s) all not working switch fault. (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 9 Aug 2021 95,973 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2020 95,804 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2020 95,804 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Aug 2019 95,686 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2018 95,449 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2017 95,193 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2016 94,864 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2016 94,864 miles

Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp front and rear flash at variable speeds (1.4.A.2h)

Pass 13 Jul 2015 94,589 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2014 94,236 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2013 93,415 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2012 92,301 miles

slight oil leak from offside rear axle hub oil seal

Pass 14 Jul 2011 91,580 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2011 91,580 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 28 Jul 2010 91,033 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2009 89,821 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2008 89,075 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2007 88,721 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2006 87,054 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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LXG 144L is a 1973 MG B in Green with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 LXG 144L, 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 LXG 144L?

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What year was LXG 144L registered?

LXG 144L is a 1973 MG B, first registered on 4 April 1973.

Is LXG 144L safe to buy?

The MOT history for LXG 144L shows 24 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 LXG 144L have outstanding finance?

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