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OKR 256R

1976 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 May 2016
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

75,493 mi
Last recorded75,493 miles
Recorded on16 May 2015
Typical for 1976 MG B44,791 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOKR 256R
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1976
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 May 2015 75,493 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2011 75,150 miles

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

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 27 Aug 2010 74,658 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Oil leak

Fail 20 Aug 2010 74,645 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Oil leak

Pass 27 Aug 2009 74,311 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 6 Sep 2008 72,806 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 24 Oct 2005 72,766 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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OKR 256R is a 1976 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 OKR 256R, 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 OKR 256R?

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What year was OKR 256R registered?

OKR 256R is a 1976 MG B, first registered on 1 August 1976.

Is OKR 256R safe to buy?

The MOT history for OKR 256R shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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