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2859 RU

1963 MG B

Blue Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jun 2021
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

20,343 mi
Last recorded20,343 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2020
Typical for 1963 MG B28,492 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration2859 RU
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1963
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2020 20,343 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2014 18,372 miles

nsf tyre worn to 2mm

nsr brake back plate damp

Pass 17 Jul 2013 17,805 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2012 17,160 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2011 16,777 miles

Oil leak

n/s/f tyre tread getting low on inner and outer edges

Fail 8 Aug 2011 16,777 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Oil leak

n/s/f tyre tread getting low on inner and outer edges

n/s/f wiper smearing slightly

Pass 17 Aug 2010 16,356 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2009 15,952 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

n/s/f tyre on 2mm

o/s/f wiper blade split,advise replaceing

slight engine oil leak,rear diff slight oil leak

Pass 9 Aug 2008 15,382 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2008 15,382 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

Pass 22 Aug 2007 15,041 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2006 14,788 miles

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

slight exhaust blow around middle joint

suspect fuel leak around sender unit area

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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2859 RU is a 1963 MG B in Blue with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1963 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.3% with a typical mileage of 28,492 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 2859 RU, 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 63 years old, this MG B is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of 2859 RU?

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What year was 2859 RU registered?

2859 RU is a 1963 MG B, first registered on 22 February 1963.

Is 2859 RU safe to buy?

The MOT history for 2859 RU shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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