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ODC 755L

1973 MG Mgb

Green Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 May 2027
Tests24 (16 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

22,630 mi
Last recorded22,630 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2026
Typical for 1973 MG Mgb31,159 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationODC 755L
MakeMG
ModelMgb
Year1973
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

16 pass 8 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2026 22,630 miles
Pass 23 May 2025 22,384 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Apr 2024 22,171 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 24 Apr 2024 22,171 miles

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Fuel pipe leaking fuel pump (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Position lamp switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements (4.2.2 (a))

Pass 8 Feb 2022 22,096 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2020 21,913 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2020 21,913 miles

Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Road wheel fixing loose (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Fluid leaking continuously posing a serious risk to road safety fuel pump (8.4.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 18 Dec 2018 21,716 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2018 21,716 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel fixing loose (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Front Road wheel fixing loose (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Aug 2017 21,413 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 15 Aug 2017 21,413 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear slight play in hub

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Front Propshaft universal joint worn ()

Pass 26 Aug 2016 21,278 miles

slight play in rear hubs

Pass 31 Jul 2015 20,924 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2015 20,924 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 1 Aug 2014 20,569 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2013 20,019 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Pass 7 Jun 2013 20,019 miles
Pass 28 May 2012 19,441 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2008 19,416 miles

slight play in n/s/f hub

Fail 1 Jul 2008 19,416 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

slight play in n/s/f hub

Pass 4 Jul 2007 19,083 miles

Both front brakes slightly binding

Nail in offside front tyre

Offside rear brake slightly binding

Pass 23 Jun 2006 18,972 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2006 18,972 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

nail in o/s/f tyre

slight play in both front wheel splines

Pass 14 Jun 2005 18,696 miles

center crossmember corroded and thin

slight wear in n/s/f wheel splines

water pump leaking

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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ODC 755L is a 1973 MG Mgb in Green with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 ODC 755L, 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

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What year was ODC 755L registered?

ODC 755L is a 1973 MG Mgb, first registered on 11 April 1973.

Is ODC 755L safe to buy?

The MOT history for ODC 755L shows 24 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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