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PGH 48L

1973 MG Mgb

Green Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jun 2016
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

18,335 mi
Last recorded18,335 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2015
Typical for 1973 MG Mgb31,159 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPGH 48L
MakeMG
ModelMgb
Year1973
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2015 18,335 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2014 18,118 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2012 17,949 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2011 17,370 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2010 16,739 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 17 Sep 2009 15,942 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2008 15,818 miles

Bothsides front brake discs starting to corrode

Fail 2 Jul 2008 15,817 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

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

Both battries not clamped down

Bothsides front brake discs starting to corrode

Pass 22 May 2007 15,611 miles

radiator leaking

Pass 10 May 2006 15,450 miles
Fail 10 May 2006 15,450 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

How Reliable is the MG Mgb?

Based on 26,893 MOT tests across 2,439 vehicles.

77.2%
Pass Rate
382
Miles/Year
63
Year Lifespan
2,439
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 736
Stop lamp not working 551
brake binding 549
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 531
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 460
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PGH 48L is a 1973 MG Mgb in Green 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 Mgb models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.2% with a typical mileage of 31,159 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG Mgb fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 736 recorded failures. If you're considering buying PGH 48L, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG Mgb typically stays on UK roads for around 63 years. At 53 years old, this MG Mgb is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was PGH 48L registered?

PGH 48L is a 1973 MG Mgb, first registered on 20 March 1973.

Is PGH 48L safe to buy?

The MOT history for PGH 48L 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.

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