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OFL 171R

1976 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Aug 2022
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

93,097 mi
Last recorded93,097 miles
Recorded on25 Aug 2021
Typical for 1976 MG B44,791 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOFL 171R
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1976
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Aug 2021 93,097 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Apr 2017 92,990 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2017 92,990 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Pass 29 Jul 2015 92,810 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 8 Jul 2014 92,689 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2013 92,502 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2012 92,116 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2011 92,014 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2010 91,632 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2009 91,268 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2008 91,021 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2007 90,862 miles

Nearside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Offside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Pass 1 Aug 2006 90,704 miles

Both front springs soft

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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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OFL 171R is a 1976 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 OFL 171R, 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 OFL 171R?

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What year was OFL 171R registered?

OFL 171R is a 1976 MG B, first registered on 10 November 1976.

Is OFL 171R safe to buy?

The MOT history for OFL 171R shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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