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OYH 273L

1972 MG B

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 May 2023
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

24,735 mi
Last recorded24,735 miles
Recorded on13 May 2022
Typical for 1972 MG B37,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOYH 273L
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1972
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 May 2022 24,735 miles
Pass 12 May 2021 24,247 miles
Pass 11 May 2020 23,710 miles
Pass 3 May 2019 23,113 miles
Pass 18 May 2018 22,621 miles

gear box oil leak

Fail 17 May 2018 22,621 miles

Exhaust engine idle speed too high (7.3.A.2a)

gear box oil leak

Pass 26 May 2017 22,031 miles
Pass 27 May 2016 21,509 miles
Fail 20 May 2016 21,507 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 29 May 2015 20,869 miles
Pass 30 May 2014 19,928 miles
Pass 24 May 2013 19,272 miles

rear axle check straps worn

Pass 25 May 2012 18,965 miles
Pass 14 May 2011 18,503 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2010 18,301 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2009 18,170 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2007 17,770 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2006 17,376 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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OYH 273L is a 1972 MG B in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 OYH 273L, 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 OYH 273L?

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What year was OYH 273L registered?

OYH 273L is a 1972 MG B, first registered on 26 October 1972.

Is OYH 273L safe to buy?

The MOT history for OYH 273L shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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