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OPJ 5L

1976 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jul 2024
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

42,933 mi
Last recorded42,933 miles
Recorded on5 Jul 2023
Typical for 1976 MG B44,791 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOPJ 5L
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1976
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Jul 2023 42,933 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2023 42,933 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 26 Jun 2021 42,868 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2020 42,853 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2019 42,822 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2018 42,710 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2017 42,640 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2016 42,556 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2015 42,473 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2014 42,456 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2013 42,409 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2012 42,257 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2012 42,244 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 3 Jun 2011 42,166 miles

Oil leak

Pass 10 Jun 2010 42,104 miles
Pass 27 May 2009 42,044 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2008 41,953 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2007 41,684 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2006 41,463 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2005 40,980 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2005 40,946 miles

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

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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OPJ 5L is a 1976 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 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 OPJ 5L, 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 OPJ 5L?

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What year was OPJ 5L registered?

OPJ 5L is a 1976 MG B, first registered on 21 May 1976.

Is OPJ 5L safe to buy?

The MOT history for OPJ 5L shows 21 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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