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PMA 148L

1973 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 May 2026
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

4,316 mi
Last recorded4,316 miles
Recorded on22 May 2025
Typical for 1973 MG B38,472 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this MG
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPMA 148L
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1973
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 May 2025 4,316 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2023 3,980 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2023 3,968 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Oct 2021 3,038 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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PMA 148L is a 1973 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 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 PMA 148L, 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 PMA 148L?

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What year was PMA 148L registered?

PMA 148L is a 1973 MG B, first registered on 20 March 1973.

Is PMA 148L safe to buy?

The MOT history for PMA 148L shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does PMA 148L have outstanding finance?

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