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PMF 905L

1973 MG B

Green Petrol 1950cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Sep 2024
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

69,789 mi
Last recorded69,789 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2023
Typical for 1973 MG B38,472 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPMF 905L
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1973
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,950cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 5 Sep 2023 69,789 miles

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

Fail 30 Aug 2023 69,751 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

Pass 15 May 2018 67,180 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2017 67,171 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2016 66,993 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2015 66,947 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2015 66,947 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 15 Apr 2014 66,312 miles

n/s/r tyre has evedance of rubbing on body,not rubbing on mot test

Fail 15 Apr 2014 66,312 miles

Front registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

n/s/r tyre has evedance of rubbing on body,not rubbing on mot test

Pass 14 Mar 2013 66,205 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 5 Mar 2013 66,172 miles

Front registration plate fitted to the front does not have black characters on a white background (6.3.2a)

Nearside Rear brake drum contaminated by oil (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake drum contaminated by oil (3.5.1h)

Rear registration plate fitted to the rear does not have black characters on a yellow background (6.3.2b)

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 6 Mar 2012 64,166 miles

Windscreen cracked outside swept area.N/s/r tyre posible contact with wheelarch.

Pass 9 Dec 2009 61,889 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2009 61,889 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 4 Nov 2008 59,498 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2007 55,907 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2006 53,572 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2005 49,260 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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PMF 905L is a 1973 MG B in Green with a 1,950cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 PMF 905L, 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 PMF 905L?

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What year was PMF 905L registered?

PMF 905L is a 1973 MG B, first registered on 4 April 1973.

Is PMF 905L safe to buy?

The MOT history for PMF 905L shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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