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OAH 177M

1973 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Aug 2026
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

62,510 mi
Last recorded62,510 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2025
Typical for 1973 MG B38,472 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOAH 177M
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1973
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2025 62,510 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2023 62,464 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2023 62,464 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Jul 2022 62,190 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2019 61,968 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2019 61,968 miles

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 20 Jun 2018 51,809 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2018 51,809 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Jun 2017 61,731 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2016 61,245 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2015 60,179 miles

Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Fail 17 Jun 2015 60,179 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Both front wipers slightly deteriated.

Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 27 Jun 2014 60,133 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2013 59,411 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2012 58,631 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2011 56,667 miles

both rear tyres worn on inner edge

Pass 29 Jun 2010 55,171 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2008 50,972 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2007 49,361 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2006 46,192 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2005 42,520 miles

Nearside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

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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OAH 177M is a 1973 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 OAH 177M, 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 OAH 177M?

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What year was OAH 177M registered?

OAH 177M is a 1973 MG B, first registered on 6 September 1973.

Is OAH 177M safe to buy?

The MOT history for OAH 177M shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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