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PLM 627L

1973 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Apr 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

79,319 mi
Last recorded79,319 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2026
Typical for 1973 MG B38,472 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPLM 627L
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1973
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2026 79,319 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Middle box (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner wing (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 26 Mar 2025 77,568 miles

Offside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 22 Mar 2024 75,365 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2024 75,365 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 23 Mar 2023 73,055 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2022 71,531 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2021 70,051 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2020 69,224 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2019 67,923 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2018 65,757 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2017 64,361 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2017 64,361 miles

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

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

Nearside Front tyre starting to crack in the treads

Offside Front tyre starting to crack in the treads

Pass 14 May 2014 64,313 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2013 64,253 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2012 63,794 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2011 62,940 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2011 62,940 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Fail 21 Aug 2010 61,778 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

Pass 21 Aug 2010 61,778 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2008 61,658 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 9 Jul 2008 61,655 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Rear Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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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PLM 627L is a 1973 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 PLM 627L, 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

How do I check the history of PLM 627L?

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What year was PLM 627L registered?

PLM 627L is a 1973 MG B, first registered on 29 June 1973.

Is PLM 627L safe to buy?

The MOT history for PLM 627L shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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