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PTJ 83L

1972 MG Mgb

Red Petrol 3528cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Mar 2027
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

84,684 mi
Last recorded84,684 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2026
Typical for 1972 MG Mgb30,860 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPTJ 83L
MakeMG
ModelMgb
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,528cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2026 84,684 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2025 84,672 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2024 84,668 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2023 84,663 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2022 84,652 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2021 84,647 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2019 84,638 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2018 84,602 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2017 84,554 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2016 84,500 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2015 84,368 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2014 84,173 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2013 84,807 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2012 84,047 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2011 84,041 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2010 84,039 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2009 83,832 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2008 83,690 miles

slight damage to o/s/f wheel rim

slight exhaust blow n/s front to centre section jiont

slight play in both front king pins

Pass 3 Apr 2007 83,403 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2007 83,397 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Fail 3 Apr 2006 82,864 miles

Offside Front Front suspension locking device missing (2.5.A.4)

Pass 3 Apr 2006 82,864 miles

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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PTJ 83L is a 1972 MG Mgb in Red with a 3,528cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 1972 MG Mgb models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.7% with a typical mileage of 30,860 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 PTJ 83L, 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 54 years old, this MG Mgb is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of PTJ 83L?

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What year was PTJ 83L registered?

PTJ 83L is a 1972 MG Mgb, first registered on 3 August 1972.

Is PTJ 83L safe to buy?

The MOT history for PTJ 83L shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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