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OJU 73M

1973 MG B

Black Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Apr 2019
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

10,549 mi
Last recorded10,549 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2018
Typical for 1973 MG B38,472 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOJU 73M
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1973
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2018 10,549 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2017 9,635 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2017 9,635 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 7 Apr 2016 8,348 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2015 6,627 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2014 5,085 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2013 4,782 miles

hand brake close to no reserve travel ( locks both rear wheels in rollers

slight lift both front king pins

slight play both front wheel bearings

Fail 22 Apr 2013 4,782 miles

Fuel hose leaking (7.2.3)

hand brake close to no reserve travel ( locks both rear wheels in rollers

slight lift both front king pins

slight play both front wheel bearings

Fail 15 Nov 2011 4,693 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer missing (7.2.4c)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 15 Nov 2011 4,693 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 18 Jun 2010 4,627 miles

o/s/f tyre has cuts in outer tyre wall

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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OJU 73M is a 1973 MG B in Black with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 OJU 73M, 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

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What year was OJU 73M registered?

OJU 73M is a 1973 MG B, first registered on 8 October 1973.

Is OJU 73M safe to buy?

The MOT history for OJU 73M shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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