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OWP 630L

1972 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 May 2019
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

19,014 mi
Last recorded19,014 miles
Recorded on4 May 2018
Typical for 1972 MG B37,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOWP 630L
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 May 2018 19,014 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive cill (5.2.6)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 4 May 2018 19,014 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive cill (5.2.6)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Steering column universal joint insecure bolt loose (2.1.5)

Pass 11 May 2017 15,314 miles
Fail 3 May 2017 15,310 miles

Offside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d) DANGEROUS

Oil leak ()

Rear wheel bearing has slight play both (2.6.2)

Pass 19 May 2016 15,183 miles
Pass 6 May 2015 14,654 miles
Pass 23 May 2014 13,893 miles
Pass 13 May 2013 13,288 miles
Pass 8 May 2012 12,449 miles
Pass 18 May 2011 11,764 miles
Pass 6 May 2010 11,051 miles
Pass 14 May 2009 9,647 miles
Pass 6 May 2008 8,490 miles
Pass 23 May 2007 7,506 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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OWP 630L is a 1972 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1972 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.5% with a typical mileage of 37,468 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 OWP 630L, 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 54 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 OWP 630L?

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What year was OWP 630L registered?

OWP 630L is a 1972 MG B, first registered on 1 September 1972.

Is OWP 630L safe to buy?

The MOT history for OWP 630L shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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