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OWH 5M

1974 MG B

Yellow Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 May 2018
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

52,547 mi
Last recorded52,547 miles
Recorded on31 May 2017
Typical for 1974 MG B41,928 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOWH 5M
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1974
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 May 2017 52,547 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2015 52,534 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2014 52,511 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2013 52,427 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2012 52,387 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2011 52,367 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2010 52,259 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2009 52,200 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2009 52,200 miles

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

Nearside Front Stub axle has excessive vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam (2.5.A.1a)

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

Offside Front Stub axle has excessive vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam (2.5.A.1a)

Pass 28 Aug 2008 51,996 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2007 51,901 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2006 51,872 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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OWH 5M is a 1974 MG B in Yellow with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 OWH 5M, 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 OWH 5M?

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What year was OWH 5M registered?

OWH 5M is a 1974 MG B, first registered on 9 January 1974.

Is OWH 5M safe to buy?

The MOT history for OWH 5M shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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