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OVF 56P

1976 MG B

White Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Dec 2020
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

62,357 mi
Last recorded62,357 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2019
Typical for 1976 MG B44,791 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOVF 56P
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1976
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Jun 2019 62,357 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2016 62,345 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2015 61,477 miles

Prop-shaft universal joint worn

Pass 25 Apr 2013 60,279 miles

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated anchor pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Offside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated anchor pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Offside Seat belt cut but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Fail 24 Apr 2013 60,278 miles

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated anchor pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Offside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated anchor pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Offside Seat belt cut but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Pass 19 May 2010 60,246 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2008 60,238 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2006 60,021 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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OVF 56P is a 1976 MG B in White with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 OVF 56P, 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 OVF 56P?

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What year was OVF 56P registered?

OVF 56P is a 1976 MG B, first registered on 4 February 1976.

Is OVF 56P safe to buy?

The MOT history for OVF 56P shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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