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PLF 57L

1973 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jun 2025
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

24,498 mi
Last recorded24,498 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2024
Typical for 1973 MG B38,472 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPLF 57L
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1973
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2024 24,498 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2017 23,938 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2016 23,729 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2015 23,382 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2014 22,757 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2013 21,629 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2010 20,864 miles

Coolant leak

Nearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 26 Aug 2010 20,864 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Coolant leak

Nearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 28 Aug 2009 18,478 miles

Corrosion at o/s front floor (not prescribed area)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Fail 27 Aug 2009 18,478 miles

Headlamp switch faulty (1.7.1)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Corrosion at o/s front floor (not prescribed area)

Non Mandatory fog light not working

Pass 28 Aug 2008 15,983 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2007 15,636 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2007 15,636 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Pass 22 Mar 2006 15,455 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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PLF 57L is a 1973 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 PLF 57L, 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 PLF 57L registered?

PLF 57L is a 1973 MG B, first registered on 21 May 1973.

Is PLF 57L safe to buy?

The MOT history for PLF 57L shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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