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PMB 989L

1973 MG Mgb

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Aug 2020
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

59,744 mi
Last recorded59,744 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2019
Typical for 1973 MG Mgb31,159 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPMB 989L
MakeMG
ModelMgb
Year1973
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2019 59,744 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2018 59,625 miles

Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Pass 23 Aug 2017 59,494 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2016 59,419 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2015 59,364 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2014 59,179 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2013 58,521 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2012 58,203 miles

Front exhaust clamp damaged.

N.S.Rear bumpstop plate on axle corroding.

Nearside Rear Leaf spring linkage pin excessively loose in its bracket (2.4.B.3a)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

O.S.Rear bumpstop missing.

Oil leak

Pass 2 Aug 2012 58,203 miles

Front exhaust clamp damaged.

N.S.Rear bumpstop plate on axle corroding.

O.S.Rear bumpstop missing.

Oil leak

Pass 21 Jul 2011 57,930 miles

Clutch pedal return spring broken.

Front exhaust clamp damaged.

N.S.Rear suspension bump stop plate on axle corroded.

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

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

Oil leak

Pass 19 Jul 2010 56,888 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2009 56,532 miles

Offside Front Wheel insecure (4.2.A.1c)

Pass 15 Jul 2009 56,532 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2008 56,464 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2007 55,663 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2006 55,276 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2005 54,401 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2005 54,401 miles

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

How Reliable is the MG Mgb?

Based on 26,893 MOT tests across 2,439 vehicles.

77.2%
Pass Rate
382
Miles/Year
63
Year Lifespan
2,439
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 736
Stop lamp not working 551
brake binding 549
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 531
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 460
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PMB 989L is a 1973 MG Mgb in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1973 MG Mgb models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.2% with a typical mileage of 31,159 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG Mgb fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 736 recorded failures. If you're considering buying PMB 989L, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG Mgb typically stays on UK roads for around 63 years. At 53 years old, this MG Mgb is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was PMB 989L registered?

PMB 989L is a 1973 MG Mgb, first registered on 9 April 1973.

Is PMB 989L safe to buy?

The MOT history for PMB 989L shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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