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PPH 905L

1973 MG B

Gold Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Sep 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

14,769 mi
Last recorded14,769 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2017
Typical for 1973 MG B38,472 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPPH 905L
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1973
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2017 14,769 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 22 Aug 2016 14,560 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2015 13,954 miles

minor weeping shock absorbers front brake pads 75% worn?

Pass 30 Aug 2014 13,386 miles

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

Fail 29 Aug 2014 13,386 miles

Offside Leaf spring to axle securing bolt insecure (2.4.B.7b)

Offside Front brake caliper securing device loose (3.5.1j) DANGEROUS

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

metal brake pipes on bulkhead and rear axle security suspect

wiring near starter motor and in front of rear axle not neatly secured

Fail 24 Aug 2013 12,811 miles

Offside Rear Leaf spring to axle securing bolt insecure (2.4.B.7b)

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

Pass 24 Aug 2013 12,811 miles

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

Pass 20 Aug 2012 12,360 miles

water pump leaking / pin hole in offside steering rack gaitor

Pass 6 Aug 2011 12,192 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2010 11,874 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2009 11,528 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2008 10,973 miles

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

Pass 18 Aug 2007 10,591 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 19 Aug 2006 10,000 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2006 10,000 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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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PPH 905L is a 1973 MG B in Gold with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 PPH 905L, 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 PPH 905L registered?

PPH 905L is a 1973 MG B, first registered on 5 April 1973.

Is PPH 905L safe to buy?

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