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PFD 357M

1973 MG B

White Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Dec 2020
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

42,826 mi
Last recorded42,826 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2019
Typical for 1973 MG B38,472 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPFD 357M
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1973
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2019 42,826 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2018 42,612 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2017 42,281 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2016 42,096 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2015 41,773 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2014 41,309 miles

Offside Rear Brake stationary pin locking device missing (3.5.1l)

Pass 8 Jul 2014 41,309 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2013 41,046 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2010 41,003 miles

Offside Front Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Pass 3 May 2007 40,240 miles
Fail 3 May 2007 40,240 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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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PFD 357M is a 1973 MG B in White with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 PFD 357M, 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 PFD 357M?

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What year was PFD 357M registered?

PFD 357M is a 1973 MG B, first registered on 6 December 1973.

Is PFD 357M safe to buy?

The MOT history for PFD 357M shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does PFD 357M have outstanding finance?

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