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OUV 678L

1971 MG B

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jul 2017
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

41,229 mi
Last recorded41,229 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2016
Typical for 1971 MG B35,468 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOUV 678L
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1971
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 6 Jul 2016 41,229 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

osr suspension bump stop axle pad corroded/partially insecure

Pass 7 Jul 2015 40,765 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2014 40,688 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2013 40,554 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2012 39,786 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2011 36,494 miles
Pass 21 May 2010 35,570 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2009 34,544 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2008 31,725 miles

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

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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OUV 678L is a 1971 MG B in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1971 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.3% with a typical mileage of 35,468 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 OUV 678L, 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 55 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 OUV 678L?

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What year was OUV 678L registered?

OUV 678L is a 1971 MG B, first registered on 1 July 1971.

Is OUV 678L safe to buy?

The MOT history for OUV 678L shows 9 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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