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ABW 132D

1998 MG Mgb

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jun 2026
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

50,979 mi
Last recorded50,979 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2025
Typical for 1998 MG Mgb33,350 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationABW 132D
MakeMG
ModelMgb
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 4 Jun 2025 50,979 miles
Pass 8 May 2017 39,780 miles
Pass 27 May 2016 38,166 miles
Pass 22 May 2015 37,629 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2012 37,310 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2011 36,912 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2010 36,791 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2009 36,278 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2008 35,568 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2007 34,994 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 8 Jun 2006 34,168 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

How Reliable is the MG Mgb?

Based on 26,893 MOT tests across 2,439 vehicles.

77.2%
Pass Rate
382
Miles/Year
63
Year Lifespan
2,439
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 736
Stop lamp not working 551
brake binding 549
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 531
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 460
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ABW 132D is a 1998 MG Mgb in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1998 MG Mgb models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.6% with a typical mileage of 33,350 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG Mgb fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 736 recorded failures. If you're considering buying ABW 132D, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG Mgb typically stays on UK roads for around 63 years. At 28 years old, this MG Mgb is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of ABW 132D?

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What year was ABW 132D registered?

ABW 132D is a 1998 MG Mgb, first registered on 5 March 1998.

Is ABW 132D safe to buy?

The MOT history for ABW 132D shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does ABW 132D have outstanding finance?

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