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PNT 872M

1974 MG Mgb

Orange Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Aug 2009
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

81,820 mi
Last recorded81,820 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2008
Typical for 1974 MG Mgb46,540 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPNT 872M
MakeMG
ModelMgb
Year1974
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Fail 14 Aug 2008 81,820 miles

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

nearside front bulkhead corroded

Pass 14 Aug 2008 81,820 miles

nearside front bulkhead corroded

Pass 25 Aug 2007 81,820 miles

the car has extensive weld repairs and heavy underseal †dif has lots of backlash

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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PNT 872M is a 1974 MG Mgb in Orange with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 PNT 872M, 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 PNT 872M?

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What year was PNT 872M registered?

PNT 872M is a 1974 MG Mgb, first registered on 3 May 1974.

Is PNT 872M safe to buy?

The MOT history for PNT 872M shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does PNT 872M have outstanding finance?

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