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OEG 426M

1973 MG B

Green Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Sep 2016
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

7,286 mi
Last recorded7,286 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2015
Typical for 1973 MG B38,472 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOEG 426M
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1973
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 15 Sep 2015 7,286 miles

offside and nearside front wheel bearings sound very slightly rough when wheel is rotated

Pass 15 Sep 2014 7,110 miles

offside and nearside front wheel bearings sound very slightly rough when wheel is rotated

Pass 17 Sep 2013 7,076 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Rear Brake pipe slightly damaged (2.2.D.2b)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

slight gear oil leak from nearside rear axle back plate

Pass 13 Sep 2012 7,039 miles

offside and nearside front wheel bearings sound very slightly rough when wheel is rotated

Pass 13 Sep 2011 6,976 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2010 6,740 miles

offside rear brake binding slightly

Pass 8 Sep 2009 6,342 miles

offside and nearside front wheel bearings sound very slightly rough when wheels rotated

Pass 10 Sep 2008 6,034 miles

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring splayed but action not impaired (2.4.B.1c)

Offside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Offside Rear Leaf spring splayed but action not impaired (2.4.B.1c)

Pass 12 Sep 2007 5,990 miles

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

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

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 5 Sep 2006 5,953 miles

front wheel bearings noisy

oil leak from nearside rear backplate (drive shaft seal?)

slight damping of fuel at fuel pump.

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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OEG 426M is a 1973 MG B in Green with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 OEG 426M, 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 OEG 426M registered?

OEG 426M is a 1973 MG B, first registered on 29 October 1973.

Is OEG 426M safe to buy?

The MOT history for OEG 426M shows 10 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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