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OCW 961T

1979 MG B

Green Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Oct 2020
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

7,021 mi
Last recorded7,021 miles
Recorded on29 Mar 2019
Typical for 1979 MG B52,384 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOCW 961T
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1979
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Mar 2019 7,021 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2018 5,229 miles

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 13 Apr 2017 3,508 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2016 1,360 miles

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

engine oil leak

Pass 10 Apr 2015 99,532 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2014 96,906 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2013 92,280 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2013 92,279 miles

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

Registration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)

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

n/s/f suspension bump stop rubber missing

Pass 9 Nov 2010 90,998 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2009 90,218 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2008 89,215 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2007 88,491 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2006 87,278 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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OCW 961T is a 1979 MG B in Green with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 1979 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.5% with a typical mileage of 52,384 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 OCW 961T, 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 47 years old, this MG B is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of OCW 961T?

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What year was OCW 961T registered?

OCW 961T is a 1979 MG B, first registered on 23 January 1979.

Is OCW 961T safe to buy?

The MOT history for OCW 961T shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does OCW 961T have outstanding finance?

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