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OAJ 702M

1973 MG B

Maroon Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Apr 2022
Tests23 (16 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate69.6%

Mileage

24,881 mi
Last recorded24,881 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2021
Typical for 1973 MG B38,472 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOAJ 702M
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1973
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

16 pass 7 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2021 24,881 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2021 24,881 miles

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

Pass 25 Sep 2020 24,616 miles

Front Coolant leak RADIATOR ()

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D MOUNT (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D MOUNT (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 24 Aug 2020 24,587 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength SHOCKER BUMP / STOP AREA (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Coolant leak RADIATOR PIPE ( LOWER) ()

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D MOUNT (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D MOUNT (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 21 May 2019 23,657 miles
Fail 20 May 2019 23,653 miles

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

Pass 9 May 2018 23,029 miles

Nearside Lower Coolant leak hose joint ()

Fail 9 May 2018 23,029 miles

Nearside Lower Coolant leak hose joint ()

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 2 May 2017 22,433 miles
Pass 11 May 2016 21,869 miles
Pass 14 May 2015 21,341 miles

Headlight main beam tell tale lamp inoperative

Fail 12 May 2015 21,338 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Headlight main beam tell tale lamp inoperative

Pass 19 May 2014 20,703 miles

Both front brakes binding slightly

Offside rear brake binding slightly

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 30 Apr 2013 20,148 miles

Oil leak

offside rear brake pipe corroding

Pass 4 May 2012 19,669 miles

osr brake pipe starting to corrode

Pass 5 May 2011 19,165 miles
Fail 3 May 2011 19,161 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 25 May 2010 18,576 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2008 17,356 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2007 16,198 miles

chassis is rusty in the middle

Pass 17 Aug 2006 14,806 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2005 14,244 miles

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

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

Fail 1 Sep 2005 14,244 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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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OAJ 702M is a 1973 MG B in Maroon with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.6%.

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 OAJ 702M, 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 OAJ 702M registered?

OAJ 702M is a 1973 MG B, first registered on 6 September 1973.

Is OAJ 702M safe to buy?

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