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ODJ 918L

1972 MG B

Red Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Mar 2026
Tests25 (19 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76%

Mileage

26,982 mi
Last recorded26,982 miles
Recorded on5 Mar 2025
Typical for 1972 MG B37,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationODJ 918L
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

19 pass 6 fail
Pass 5 Mar 2025 26,982 miles

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both Sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 6 Mar 2024 26,914 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 29 Feb 2024 26,892 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Feb 2023 26,260 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2022 26,090 miles

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

Pass 21 Jan 2021 25,772 miles

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

Pass 12 Feb 2020 25,647 miles
Pass 17 May 2018 24,815 miles

Oil leak ()

Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both front lower (2.4.G.2)

all tyres perished

rear exhaust mounts poor

Pass 16 Jun 2017 24,218 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

rear exhaust mounts poor

rear tyres perished inner side walls

Fail 15 Jun 2017 24,207 miles

Fuel system component leaking pump (7.2.3) DANGEROUS

Coolant leak ()

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

rear exhaust mounts poor

rear tyres perished inner side walls

Pass 17 Jun 2016 22,922 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Fail 16 Jun 2016 22,911 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 14 May 2015 21,123 miles
Fail 14 May 2015 21,123 miles

Nearside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Offside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Nearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Offside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Pass 10 Jun 2014 20,410 miles

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 6 Jun 2014 20,399 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

unable to check security of nearside battery

Pass 22 May 2013 18,906 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Oil leak

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 25 May 2012 17,494 miles

Oil leak

Pass 12 May 2011 16,713 miles
Pass 14 May 2010 14,460 miles
Fail 14 May 2010 14,449 miles

Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Nearside Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Offside Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Pass 30 Mar 2009 12,270 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2008 11,151 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2007 9,893 miles
Pass 5 May 2006 6,801 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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ODJ 918L is a 1972 MG B in Red with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76%.

Across all 1972 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.5% with a typical mileage of 37,468 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 ODJ 918L, 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 54 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 ODJ 918L?

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What year was ODJ 918L registered?

ODJ 918L is a 1972 MG B, first registered on 13 September 1972.

Is ODJ 918L safe to buy?

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