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PGT 819

1972 MG B

Orange Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Sep 2020
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

32,091 mi
Last recorded32,091 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2019
Typical for 1972 MG B37,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPGT 819
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1972
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2019 32,091 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 20 Aug 2018 31,177 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2017 30,461 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2016 29,807 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2015 28,880 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2014 27,847 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2013 26,650 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2012 25,731 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2011 243,374 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2010 23,859 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2009 22,217 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2008 20,030 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2007 19,950 miles

slight lift in nearside front king pin

Fail 16 Aug 2007 19,950 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

slight lift in nearside front king pin

Pass 20 Jul 2006 19,734 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

both rear tyres perishing on sidewalls

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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PGT 819 is a 1972 MG B in Orange with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 1972 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.5% with a typical mileage of 37,468 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 PGT 819, 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 54 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 PGT 819 registered?

PGT 819 is a 1972 MG B, first registered on 8 May 1972.

Is PGT 819 safe to buy?

The MOT history for PGT 819 shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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