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OGR 818M

1974 MG B

Green Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jun 2009
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

58,884 mi
Last recorded58,884 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2008
Typical for 1974 MG B41,928 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOGR 818M
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1974
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2008 58,884 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2008 58,884 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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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OGR 818M is a 1974 MG B in Green with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1974 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.8% with a typical mileage of 41,928 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 OGR 818M, 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 52 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 OGR 818M?

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What year was OGR 818M registered?

OGR 818M is a 1974 MG B, first registered on 12 June 1974.

Is OGR 818M safe to buy?

The MOT history for OGR 818M shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does OGR 818M have outstanding finance?

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