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PPP 769L

1973 MG Mgb

Green Petrol 1978cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Apr 2027
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

20,194 mi
Last recorded20,194 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2026
Typical for 1973 MG Mgb31,159 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPPP 769L
MakeMG
ModelMgb
Year1973
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,978cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2026 20,194 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2025 17,938 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2024 16,351 miles
Pass 26 May 2023 15,191 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2021 14,716 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2019 13,437 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2018 12,786 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2013 12,769 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

windscreen cracked outside zone b and sweep area

Fail 2 Oct 2013 12,769 miles

Hazard warning switch insecure (1.4.B.1d)

Nearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

windscreen cracked outside zone b and sweep area

Pass 26 Sep 2012 12,534 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2012 12,533 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 28 Aug 2009 12,516 miles

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Radiator leaking.

Fail 25 Aug 2009 12,515 miles

Nearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Offside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Radiator leaking.

Pass 13 Jun 2008 12,507 miles

Slight roughness n/s/f wheel bearing.

Fail 13 Jun 2008 12,506 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Slight roughness n/s/f wheel bearing.

Pass 8 Jun 2007 12,359 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2007 12,358 miles

Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Nearside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Pass 12 Apr 2006 12,069 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2006 12,068 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

advise handbrake requires adjustment n/s rear.

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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PPP 769L is a 1973 MG Mgb in Green with a 1,978cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

Across all 1973 MG Mgb models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.2% with a typical mileage of 31,159 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 PPP 769L, 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 53 years old, this MG Mgb is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was PPP 769L registered?

PPP 769L is a 1973 MG Mgb, first registered on 13 February 1973.

Is PPP 769L safe to buy?

The MOT history for PPP 769L shows 19 tests with a 68.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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