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OBW 104L

1973 MG B GT

White Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Sep 2017
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

58,782 mi
Last recorded58,782 miles
Recorded on20 Sep 2016
Typical for 1973 MG B GT41,488 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOBW 104L
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1973
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 20 Sep 2016 58,782 miles

corrosion to suspension components/subframes,oil leak

o/s/f over rider insecure

Fail 19 Sep 2016 58,782 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

corrosion to suspension components/subframes,oil leak

o/s/f over rider insecure

Pass 26 Jun 2015 57,549 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2014 56,490 miles

offside front inner wheel arch corroded

Fail 16 Jun 2014 56,481 miles

Nearside Vehicle structure has an inadequate repair, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

offside front inner wheel arch corroded

Pass 16 Jul 2013 56,321 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2012 56,197 miles

Both o/s front and n/s rear tyres starting to perish

Oil leak

Rust starting on underside

Slight play in steering rack

Pass 7 Jul 2011 56,085 miles

Offside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Oil leak

corrosion started on underside

slight play in steering rack

Fail 7 Jul 2011 56,085 miles

Offside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Oil leak

corrosion started on underside

slight play in steering rack

Pass 5 Jul 2010 56,000 miles

Nearside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Offside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Oil leak

corrosion started on underside

Pass 30 May 2009 55,817 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Offside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Oil leak

corrosion started on underside

Fail 27 May 2009 55,817 miles

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

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Offside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Oil leak

corrosion started on underside

Pass 8 May 2008 55,487 miles

corrosion started on underside, fuel pipes

Pass 14 May 2007 55,109 miles
Fail 14 May 2007 55,109 miles

All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 19 May 2006 54,553 miles
Fail 10 May 2006 54,553 miles

Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

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

Lower Steering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)

How Reliable is the MG B GT?

Based on 132,623 MOT tests across 14,879 vehicles.

74.5%
Pass Rate
458
Miles/Year
60
Year Lifespan
14,879
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 4,350
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 4,119
brake binding 3,855
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 3,693
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 3,413
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OBW 104L is a 1973 MG B GT in White with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

Across all 1973 MG B GT models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.4% with a typical mileage of 41,488 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 GT fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 4,350 recorded failures. If you're considering buying OBW 104L, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG B GT typically stays on UK roads for around 60 years. At 53 years old, this MG B GT is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was OBW 104L registered?

OBW 104L is a 1973 MG B GT, first registered on 19 January 1973.

Is OBW 104L safe to buy?

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