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OHJ 39M

1973 MG B GT V8

Red Petrol 3528cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Sep 2017
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

26,925 mi
Last recorded26,925 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2016
Typical for 1973 MG B GT V844,800 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOHJ 39M
MakeMG
ModelB GT V8
Year1973
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,528cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 17 Aug 2016 26,925 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2015 26,227 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2014 24,580 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2013 22,054 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2012 21,634 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2011 20,811 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2010 19,187 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2008 17,826 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2007 14,838 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2007 14,147 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2006 14,020 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2005 13,009 miles

How Reliable is the MG B GT V8?

Based on 7,164 MOT tests across 809 vehicles.

80.1%
Pass Rate
487
Miles/Year
55
Year Lifespan
809
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 160
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 154
brake binding 141
Stop lamp not working 132
Horn not working 109
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OHJ 39M is a 1973 MG B GT V8 in Red with a 3,528cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1973 MG B GT V8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.1% with a typical mileage of 44,800 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG B GT V8 fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 160 recorded failures. If you're considering buying OHJ 39M, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG B GT V8 typically stays on UK roads for around 55 years. At 53 years old, this MG B GT V8 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was OHJ 39M registered?

OHJ 39M is a 1973 MG B GT V8, first registered on 1 July 1973.

Is OHJ 39M safe to buy?

The MOT history for OHJ 39M shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does OHJ 39M have outstanding finance?

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