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PYA 320L

1973 MG B

White Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Aug 2017
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

98,354 mi
Last recorded98,354 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2016
Typical for 1973 MG B38,472 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPYA 320L
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1973
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2016 98,354 miles

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

Pass 12 Jul 2013 98,031 miles

Brake lamps very dim

nearside rear brake binding slightly

surface corrosion to underside of vehicle

Pass 28 Jul 2012 96,154 miles

Vehicle showing signs of corrosion on the underside

Fail 27 Jul 2012 96,134 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3) DANGEROUS

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Vehicle showing signs of corrosion on the underside

Pass 26 Oct 2010 89,569 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2009 88,325 miles

Slight play in steering column

Slight playin steering rack

Fail 2 Sep 2009 88,315 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Slight play in steering column

Slight playin steering rack

Pass 13 Aug 2008 84,556 miles

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

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

Slight play O/S and N/S of steering rack

Fail 13 Aug 2008 84,546 miles

Lower Steering column universal joint insecure (2.1.5)

Fan belt very loose

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

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

Slight play O/S and N/S of steering rack

Pass 16 Aug 2007 79,383 miles

Clutch slave cylinder leaking

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

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

Fail 21 Aug 2006 72,303 miles

Nearside Front brake caliper locking device insecure (3.5.1l)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 21 Aug 2006 72,303 miles

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Fail 24 Jul 2006 72,232 miles

Exhaust emits clearly visible black smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

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

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

advise clutch slave cylinder leaking

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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PYA 320L 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 61.5%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 PYA 320L, 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 PYA 320L registered?

PYA 320L is a 1973 MG B, first registered on 1 March 1973.

Is PYA 320L safe to buy?

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