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PBG 474K

1971 MG B

White Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Oct 2010
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

83,986 mi
Last recorded83,986 miles
Recorded on6 Oct 2009
Typical for 1971 MG B35,468 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPBG 474K
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1971
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 6 Oct 2009 83,986 miles

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

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Oil leak

centre exhaust mounting deteriorated

slight play in both front suspension king pin joints

Pass 16 Oct 2008 81,927 miles

Battery insecure

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Oil leak

bodywork/f/r susp rusty/slight det f/r susp r/bushes/rack noisy MONITOR

Pass 9 Sep 2006 81,129 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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PBG 474K is a 1971 MG B in White with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1971 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.3% with a typical mileage of 35,468 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 PBG 474K, 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 55 years old, this MG B is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was PBG 474K registered?

PBG 474K is a 1971 MG B, first registered on 1 August 1971.

Is PBG 474K safe to buy?

The MOT history for PBG 474K shows 3 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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