Why can't I get Mountain Lion version 10.8.3 on my MacBook?

I have Mountain Lion version 10.7.5 on my MacBook but when I check for software updates it tells me my computer is up to date.
I have MLV 10.8.3 on my iMac.

You have to Upgrade to 10.8, not update. 10.7 and 10.8 are different operating systems. Each has its own set of updates.
If you puchased Mountain Lion (10.8) for your iMac, then you can download and install Mountain Lion onto your MacBook (if it is compatible). If the iMac came with Mountain Lion preinstalled, you will need to purchase Mountain Lion from the App Store to get it on your MacBook.

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      Model Identifier:          MacBookPro2,2
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      L2 Cache:          4 MB
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    Mac mini (Early 2009 or newer)
    Mac Pro (Early 2008 or newer)
    Xserve (Early 2009)
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