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ODC 848R

1976 MG B

White Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Apr 2021
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

90,338 mi
Last recorded90,338 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2020
Typical for 1976 MG B44,791 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationODC 848R
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1976
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2020 90,338 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2017 90,080 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2016 89,704 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2015 89,629 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2014 89,298 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2013 89,124 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2013 89,124 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Fail 8 Aug 2012 88,875 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Pass 8 Aug 2012 88,875 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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ODC 848R is a 1976 MG B in White with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1976 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.0% with a typical mileage of 44,791 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 ODC 848R, 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 50 years old, this MG B is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of ODC 848R?

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What year was ODC 848R registered?

ODC 848R is a 1976 MG B, first registered on 1 August 1976.

Is ODC 848R safe to buy?

The MOT history for ODC 848R shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does ODC 848R have outstanding finance?

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