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PFJ 137M

1974 MG B

Yellow Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jul 2016
Tests12 (6 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

76,020 mi
Last recorded76,020 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2021
Typical for 1974 MG B41,928 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPFJ 137M
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1974
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

6 pass 6 fail
Fail 9 Sep 2021 76,020 miles

Brake performance not tested offside rear excessively binding (1.2.1 (g))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 22 Jul 2015 76,020 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2015 76,014 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 12 Jun 2014 75,822 miles

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Fail 12 Jun 2014 75,810 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

Offside Windscreen wiper blade missing (8.2.2)

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 11 Sep 2013 75,788 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2013 75,779 miles

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

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 25 May 2011 36,868 miles
Fail 25 May 2011 36,868 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 9 Jun 2009 36,613 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2008 36,334 miles
Fail 29 May 2008 36,334 miles

Exhaust emits visible black smoke at idle (7.3.A.2b)

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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PFJ 137M is a 1974 MG B in Yellow with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 PFJ 137M, 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

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What year was PFJ 137M registered?

PFJ 137M is a 1974 MG B, first registered on 15 June 1974.

Is PFJ 137M safe to buy?

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