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OTU 44L

1973 MG Mgb

Green Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Aug 2016
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

33,536 mi
Last recorded33,536 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2015
Typical for 1973 MG Mgb31,159 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOTU 44L
MakeMG
ModelMgb
Year1973
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2015 33,536 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2013 33,395 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2012 33,073 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2012 33,060 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 26 Aug 2010 32,759 miles

How Reliable is the MG Mgb?

Based on 26,893 MOT tests across 2,439 vehicles.

77.2%
Pass Rate
382
Miles/Year
63
Year Lifespan
2,439
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 736
Stop lamp not working 551
brake binding 549
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 531
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 460
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OTU 44L is a 1973 MG Mgb in Green with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1973 MG Mgb models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.2% with a typical mileage of 31,159 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG Mgb fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 736 recorded failures. If you're considering buying OTU 44L, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG Mgb typically stays on UK roads for around 63 years. At 53 years old, this MG Mgb is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of OTU 44L?

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What year was OTU 44L registered?

OTU 44L is a 1973 MG Mgb, first registered on 9 March 1973.

Is OTU 44L safe to buy?

The MOT history for OTU 44L shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does OTU 44L have outstanding finance?

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