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PNW 171L

1973 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jun 2027
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

36,979 mi
Last recorded36,979 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2026
Typical for 1973 MG B38,472 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPNW 171L
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1973
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 17 Jun 2026 36,979 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2025 36,965 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2024 36,952 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2023 36,909 miles
Pass 31 May 2022 35,978 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2021 35,914 miles
Pass 16 May 2020 35,826 miles
Pass 21 May 2019 35,653 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2018 35,521 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2017 35,236 miles
Pass 24 May 2016 34,949 miles
Pass 22 May 2015 34,651 miles
Pass 16 May 2014 34,221 miles
Pass 14 May 2013 33,997 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2012 33,832 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2010 33,532 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Rear brake effort slightly uneven

Pass 1 Sep 2009 32,975 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2008 32,619 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 12 Sep 2007 32,033 miles

Slightly lower service brake performance from offside rear.

Pass 23 Sep 2006 31,523 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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PNW 171L is a 1973 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 PNW 171L, 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 PNW 171L?

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What year was PNW 171L registered?

PNW 171L is a 1973 MG B, first registered on 27 June 1973.

Is PNW 171L safe to buy?

The MOT history for PNW 171L shows 20 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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