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OAC 862M

1973 MG Mgb

Red Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jul 2021
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

7,928 mi
Last recorded7,928 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2020
Typical for 1973 MG Mgb31,159 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOAC 862M
MakeMG
ModelMgb
Year1973
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 28 Jul 2020 7,928 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2019 7,817 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 28% (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Jul 2018 7,361 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Jul 2017 7,038 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Oil leak ()

Pass 23 Jul 2016 6,802 miles

slight play in both front wheel bearings

Pass 25 Jul 2015 6,487 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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OAC 862M is a 1973 MG Mgb in Red with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 OAC 862M, 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 OAC 862M?

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What year was OAC 862M registered?

OAC 862M is a 1973 MG Mgb, first registered on 12 October 1973.

Is OAC 862M safe to buy?

The MOT history for OAC 862M shows 6 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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