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OEP 430L

1973 MG B GT

Black Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jan 2017
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

98,198 mi
Last recorded98,198 miles
Recorded on14 Jan 2016
Typical for 1973 MG B GT41,488 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOEP 430L
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1973
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Jan 2016 98,198 miles

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

oil leak

vehicle underside heavily coated not allowing full inspection

Fail 14 Jan 2016 98,198 miles

Nearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions rotation incorrect (4.1.D.1f)

Rear registration plate obscured towbar bash plate (6.3.1d)

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

oil leak

vehicle underside heavily coated not allowing full inspection

Pass 24 Sep 2014 97,698 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2013 97,687 miles

Offside Stub axle has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam (2.5.A.1a)

Pass 25 Nov 2009 94,843 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2008 88,932 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2007 85,618 miles

Steering system slightly tight (2.2.D.1)

Pass 4 Oct 2006 84,891 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2006 84,891 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade missing (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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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OEP 430L is a 1973 MG B GT in Black with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 OEP 430L, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of OEP 430L?

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What year was OEP 430L registered?

OEP 430L is a 1973 MG B GT, first registered on 16 March 1973.

Is OEP 430L safe to buy?

The MOT history for OEP 430L shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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