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PTU 895L

1973 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

13,320 mi
Last recorded13,320 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2017
Typical for 1973 MG B38,472 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPTU 895L
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1973
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2017 13,320 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2016 11,796 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2015 8,773 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2014 7,012 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2013 4,418 miles
Pass 15 May 2012 2,762 miles
Pass 5 May 2011 86,435 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2010 81,973 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2009 76,292 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2008 70,481 miles
Pass 9 May 2007 66,959 miles
Fail 9 May 2007 66,959 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 14 Mar 2006 65,341 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2006 65,310 miles

Nearside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Parking brake lever has excessive side play in the pivot and may disengage (3.1.4a)

slight play in offside front king pin

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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PTU 895L is a 1973 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 PTU 895L, 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 PTU 895L?

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What year was PTU 895L registered?

PTU 895L is a 1973 MG B, first registered on 3 April 1973.

Is PTU 895L safe to buy?

The MOT history for PTU 895L shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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