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PJH 539L

1973 MG B

Gold Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jun 2018
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

66,372 mi
Last recorded66,372 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2017
Typical for 1973 MG B38,472 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPJH 539L
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1973
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2017 66,372 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2017 66,371 miles

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

Offside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Vehicle over heating. water leak from heater box hose in engine compartment.

Pass 27 Apr 2016 65,583 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement all bushes (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement all bushes (2.4.G.2)

oil leak

Fail 26 Apr 2016 65,583 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement all bushes (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement all bushes (2.4.G.2)

oil leak

Pass 12 May 2015 64,998 miles

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Pass 19 Jun 2014 64,625 miles

Oil leak

Rear O/S rubber axle teather broken,

Fail 19 Jun 2014 64,625 miles

Offside Rear Brake lever has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Oil leak

Rear O/S rubber axle teather broken,

Pass 6 Jun 2013 64,242 miles

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

vehicle has oil leak from sump

Pass 28 Sep 2011 63,171 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2011 63,171 miles

Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Parking brake lever has excessive side play in the pivot and may disengage (3.1.4a)

Pass 22 Sep 2010 79,458 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2009 77,766 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2008 76,720 miles

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

Pass 15 Sep 2007 74,842 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2006 72,464 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2005 70,395 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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PJH 539L is a 1973 MG B in Gold with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 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 PJH 539L, 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 PJH 539L registered?

PJH 539L is a 1973 MG B, first registered on 18 June 1973.

Is PJH 539L safe to buy?

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