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OJO 159M

1974 MG B

Purple Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Dec 2018
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

7,813 mi
Last recorded7,813 miles
Recorded on30 Nov 2017
Typical for 1974 MG B41,928 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOJO 159M
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1974
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Nov 2017 7,813 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2016 6,893 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2015 6,265 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2014 4,782 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2013 3,486 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2012 2,404 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2012 2,404 miles

Nearside Front Wheel insecure (4.2.A.1c)

Offside Front Wheel insecure (4.2.A.1c)

Pass 2 Jul 2011 1,955 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2010 1,173 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2009 1,031 miles

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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OJO 159M is a 1974 MG B in Purple with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 OJO 159M, 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 OJO 159M?

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What year was OJO 159M registered?

OJO 159M is a 1974 MG B, first registered on 4 February 1974.

Is OJO 159M safe to buy?

The MOT history for OJO 159M shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does OJO 159M have outstanding finance?

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