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POJ 829M

1973 MG B

Green Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jul 2021
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

8,185 mi
Last recorded8,185 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2020
Typical for 1973 MG B38,472 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPOJ 829M
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1973
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2020 8,185 miles
Pass 21 May 2019 7,632 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 15 May 2019 7,630 miles

Nearside Front Hydraulic brake calliper insecurely mounted bolt locking tabs not secured (1.1.16 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 May 2018 6,467 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2017 4,871 miles
Pass 11 May 2016 3,727 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush outer bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush outer bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 29 Apr 2016 3,694 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush outer bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting insecure outer bush securing bolt loose (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush outer bush (2.4.G.2)

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 13 May 2015 2,343 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2014 433 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2013 98,510 miles
Pass 21 May 2012 96,786 miles

near side front lower suspention bush wear borderline

Pass 11 May 2011 94,291 miles
Pass 4 May 2010 92,092 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2009 89,609 miles
Pass 13 May 2008 87,263 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2007 84,491 miles
Pass 11 May 2006 82,427 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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POJ 829M is a 1973 MG B in Green with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 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 POJ 829M, 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

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What year was POJ 829M registered?

POJ 829M is a 1973 MG B, first registered on 10 December 1973.

Is POJ 829M safe to buy?

The MOT history for POJ 829M shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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