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OJB 589L

1973 MG B

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jan 2019
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

54,928 mi
Last recorded54,928 miles
Recorded on5 Jan 2018
Typical for 1973 MG B38,472 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOJB 589L
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1973
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Jan 2018 54,928 miles
Fail 3 Jan 2018 54,927 miles

Nearside Front Axle king pin has excessive play in pin and/or bush adversely affecting the steering (2.5.A.3a)

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Offside Front Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

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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OJB 589L is a 1973 MG B in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1973 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.2% with a typical mileage of 38,472 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 OJB 589L, 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 53 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 OJB 589L?

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What year was OJB 589L registered?

OJB 589L is a 1973 MG B, first registered on 6 June 1973.

Is OJB 589L safe to buy?

The MOT history for OJB 589L 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 OJB 589L have outstanding finance?

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