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OBL 2

1973 MG B

Blue Petrol 3528cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Apr 2019
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

46,246 mi
Last recorded46,246 miles
Recorded on1 May 2018
Typical for 1973 MG B38,472 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOBL 2
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1973
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,528cc
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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 1 May 2018 46,246 miles

Offside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 26 Apr 2017 46,123 miles

Offside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 22 Apr 2016 46,012 miles

Offside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 29 Apr 2015 45,903 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2014 45,715 miles

Offside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 23 Apr 2013 45,428 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2012 45,189 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2011 44,880 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2010 44,648 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2009 44,439 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2008 44,291 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2007 44,138 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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OBL 2 is a 1973 MG B in Blue with a 3,528cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1973 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.2% with a typical mileage of 38,472 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 OBL 2, 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 53 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 OBL 2?

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What year was OBL 2 registered?

OBL 2 is a 1973 MG B, first registered on 3 January 1973.

Is OBL 2 safe to buy?

The MOT history for OBL 2 shows 12 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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