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PGW 13L

1973 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Apr 2019
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

7,938 mi
Last recorded7,938 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2018
Typical for 1973 MG B38,472 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPGW 13L
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1973
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2018 7,938 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2017 7,901 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2015 7,873 miles

Nearside Front Upper suspension trunion rubber bush deteriorated

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

Pass 19 Jul 2014 7,868 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2013 7,779 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

slight movement between steering wheel and shaft

Fail 5 Aug 2013 7,768 miles

Offside Battery insecure (1.9.1)

rear brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

slight movement between steering wheel and shaft

Pass 4 Aug 2012 7,633 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

nearside steering rack end joint slight wear

offside rear brake dragging slightly

slight corrosion on front to rear metal brake pipe

slight roughness on rotation of front wheel bearing

Pass 9 May 2011 7,599 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2007 7,522 miles

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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PGW 13L is a 1973 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 PGW 13L, 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

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What year was PGW 13L registered?

PGW 13L is a 1973 MG B, first registered on 11 April 1973.

Is PGW 13L safe to buy?

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