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OAD 848M

1973 MG B GT V8

Purple Petrol 3528cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Apr 2019
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

24,664 mi
Last recorded24,664 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2018
Typical for 1973 MG B GT V844,800 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOAD 848M
MakeMG
ModelB GT V8
Year1973
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,528cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 9 Apr 2018 24,664 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2017 24,187 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2016 23,500 miles

Offside Front brake has a slight bind when rotated by hand

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 2 Apr 2015 22,482 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2014 20,989 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2013 19,950 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 5 Apr 2012 18,681 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2011 17,731 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2010 15,870 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2009 14,578 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2008 113,225 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2007 12,902 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2006 12,373 miles

How Reliable is the MG B GT V8?

Based on 7,164 MOT tests across 809 vehicles.

80.1%
Pass Rate
487
Miles/Year
55
Year Lifespan
809
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 160
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 154
brake binding 141
Stop lamp not working 132
Horn not working 109
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OAD 848M is a 1973 MG B GT V8 in Purple with a 3,528cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1973 MG B GT V8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.1% with a typical mileage of 44,800 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG B GT V8 fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 160 recorded failures. If you're considering buying OAD 848M, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG B GT V8 typically stays on UK roads for around 55 years. At 53 years old, this MG B GT V8 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of OAD 848M?

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What year was OAD 848M registered?

OAD 848M is a 1973 MG B GT V8, first registered on 31 October 1973.

Is OAD 848M safe to buy?

The MOT history for OAD 848M shows 13 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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