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BRF 286J

1993 MG B

Red Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Apr 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

52,679 mi
Last recorded52,679 miles
Recorded on19 Apr 2018
Typical for 1993 MG B42,808 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBRF 286J
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1993
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Apr 2018 52,679 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2017 50,541 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2016 48,937 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2015 47,834 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2015 47,832 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 17 Apr 2014 46,371 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2013 43,356 miles

Offside Front Wheel insecure (4.2.A.1c)

Pass 11 Apr 2013 43,356 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2012 42,619 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Nearside rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Pass 5 Apr 2011 41,763 miles

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

Nearside rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Pass 23 Mar 2010 38,276 miles

Nearside Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

wipers poor

Pass 7 Apr 2009 35,574 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2008 33,258 miles

wipers poor

Pass 17 Mar 2007 30,787 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2006 27,844 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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BRF 286J is a 1993 MG B in Red with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 1993 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.5% with a typical mileage of 42,808 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 BRF 286J, 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 33 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 BRF 286J?

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What year was BRF 286J registered?

BRF 286J is a 1993 MG B, first registered on 2 November 1993.

Is BRF 286J safe to buy?

The MOT history for BRF 286J shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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