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OAU 645M

1973 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jul 2024
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

19,254 mi
Last recorded19,254 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2023
Typical for 1973 MG B38,472 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOAU 645M
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1973
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2023 19,254 miles
Pass 15 May 2019 18,439 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2017 18,389 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2016 18,362 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2015 18,259 miles

Offside 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 4 Sep 2014 18,223 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2013 16,875 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2012 16,620 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2011 16,397 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2010 16,137 miles
Pass 9 May 2009 16,034 miles
Pass 6 May 2008 15,765 miles
Pass 9 May 2007 15,467 miles
Fail 8 May 2007 15,467 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade missing (8.2.2)

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

Pass 9 May 2006 15,015 miles

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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OAU 645M is a 1973 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 OAU 645M, 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 OAU 645M?

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What year was OAU 645M registered?

OAU 645M is a 1973 MG B, first registered on 24 October 1973.

Is OAU 645M safe to buy?

The MOT history for OAU 645M shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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