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PFC 273M

1974 MG B

Red Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jun 2018
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

5,575 mi
Last recorded5,575 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2017
Typical for 1974 MG B41,928 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPFC 273M
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1974
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Jun 2017 5,575 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2016 5,007 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2015 4,793 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2015 4,793 miles

Fuel pipe insecure (7.2.1)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside engine mounting bracket insecure and likely to fail (6.1.D.1b)

Pass 22 Jun 2007 4,789 miles

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 14 Oct 2005 4,684 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2005 4,682 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Wheel insecure (4.2.A.1c)

Nearside Outer Front Drag link end loose (2.2.B.1d)

Nearside Rear Wheel insecure (4.2.A.1c)

Offside Front Wheel insecure (4.2.A.1c)

Offside Rear Wheel insecure (4.2.A.1c)

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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PFC 273M is a 1974 MG B in Red with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1974 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.8% with a typical mileage of 41,928 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 PFC 273M, 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 52 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 PFC 273M?

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What year was PFC 273M registered?

PFC 273M is a 1974 MG B, first registered on 1 April 1974.

Is PFC 273M safe to buy?

The MOT history for PFC 273M shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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