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OHC 793M

1974 MG B GT

White Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Aug 2018
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

78,374 mi
Last recorded78,374 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2017
Typical for 1974 MG B GT43,430 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOHC 793M
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1974
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2017 78,374 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2016 77,470 miles

front tyre treads perished

n/s/r tyre very low

o/s/f tyre low and worn on inner edge

o/s/r tyre very low

oil leak

Fail 2 Aug 2016 77,470 miles

All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

front tyre treads perished

n/s/r tyre very low

o/s/f tyre low and worn on inner edge

o/s/r tyre very low

oil leak

Pass 30 Jan 2015 77,465 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2014 77,450 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2014 77,450 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Pass 11 Jan 2013 77,437 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2013 77,437 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 16 Jan 2012 77,430 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2011 77,424 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2010 77,419 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2010 77,419 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 13 Jan 2009 77,292 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2008 77,289 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2007 77,263 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2006 77,161 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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OHC 793M is a 1974 MG B GT in White with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1974 MG B GT models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.7% with a typical mileage of 43,430 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 GT fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 4,350 recorded failures. If you're considering buying OHC 793M, 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 52 years old, this MG B GT is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was OHC 793M registered?

OHC 793M is a 1974 MG B GT, first registered on 1 January 1974.

Is OHC 793M safe to buy?

The MOT history for OHC 793M shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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