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PPB 971L

1973 MG B

White Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jun 2024
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

92,508 mi
Last recorded92,508 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2023
Typical for 1973 MG B38,472 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPPB 971L
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1973
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 15 Jun 2023 92,508 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2017 84,610 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 25 Jul 2016 82,678 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2015 82,120 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2014 80,866 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 3 Apr 2013 78,395 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2012 75,550 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2011 74,569 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2010 74,442 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2009 74,261 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2008 74,114 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2007 73,846 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2006 73,448 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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PPB 971L is a 1973 MG B in White with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 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 PPB 971L, 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 PPB 971L?

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What year was PPB 971L registered?

PPB 971L is a 1973 MG B, first registered on 15 February 1973.

Is PPB 971L safe to buy?

The MOT history for PPB 971L shows 13 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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