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PNJ 787M

1974 MG Mgb

Green Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Nov 2025
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

69,699 mi
Last recorded69,699 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2024
Typical for 1974 MG Mgb46,540 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPNJ 787M
MakeMG
ModelMgb
Year1974
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Nov 2024 69,699 miles
Pass 4 May 2021 68,549 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing ALSO HAS A DISTORTED TREAD, ADVISE REPLACEMENT (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Apr 2018 67,459 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2017 66,908 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2015 66,544 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2014 65,863 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2013 64,965 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2012 54,634 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2011 64,023 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2010 63,888 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2010 63,887 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

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

Offside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

slight play in nearside rear wheel

Pass 20 Jun 2009 53,519 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2005 63,313 miles

steering rack knocking slightly

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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PNJ 787M is a 1974 MG Mgb in Green with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 1974 MG Mgb models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.5% with a typical mileage of 46,540 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 PNJ 787M, 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 52 years old, this MG Mgb is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of PNJ 787M?

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What year was PNJ 787M registered?

PNJ 787M is a 1974 MG Mgb, first registered on 12 March 1974.

Is PNJ 787M safe to buy?

The MOT history for PNJ 787M shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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