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OGE 987M

1973 MG B GT

Orange Petrol 3528cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Apr 2018
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

4,117 mi
Last recorded4,117 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2017
Typical for 1973 MG B GT41,488 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOGE 987M
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1973
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,528cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 26 Apr 2017 4,117 miles

Oil leak engine/gearbox/rear diff unit ()

Pass 14 Apr 2016 3,330 miles

oil leaks

Pass 20 Apr 2015 2,136 miles

Oil leak

Pass 28 May 2014 1,711 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 23 May 2013 1,089 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2012 98,698 miles

o/s/r shocker slightly damp slight play in o/s/f king pin nial in n/s/r tyre

Pass 18 May 2011 98,622 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2010 97,645 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2008 97,460 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2007 96,494 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2006 95,667 miles

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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OGE 987M is a 1973 MG B GT in Orange with a 3,528cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 OGE 987M, 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 OGE 987M?

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What year was OGE 987M registered?

OGE 987M is a 1973 MG B GT, first registered on 21 August 1973.

Is OGE 987M safe to buy?

The MOT history for OGE 987M shows 11 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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