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718 FWJ

2002 MG B

Red Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Apr 2019
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

99,719 mi
Last recorded99,719 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2018
Typical for 2002 MG B49,201 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

Registration718 FWJ
MakeMG
ModelB
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc
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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2018 99,719 miles

Gear box rubber mount perished

Oil leak ()

Pass 31 Mar 2017 99,486 miles
Pass 7 May 2016 99,218 miles

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Slight oil leak

Pass 4 Sep 2014 98,603 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2013 98,157 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2012 98,016 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2012 98,016 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 21 Jul 2011 97,527 miles

All four tyres showing signs of age

Fail 7 Aug 2010 97,331 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 7 Aug 2010 97,331 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2009 96,922 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2009 96,912 miles

Centre Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

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

Pass 20 May 2008 96,112 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2007 96,055 miles

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

Pass 26 May 2006 95,944 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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718 FWJ is a 2002 MG B in Red with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2002 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.6% with a typical mileage of 49,201 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 718 FWJ, 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 24 years old, this MG B is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was 718 FWJ registered?

718 FWJ is a 2002 MG B, first registered on 1 July 2002.

Is 718 FWJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for 718 FWJ shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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