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DVK 62J

1996 MG B

Red Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Mar 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

43,932 mi
Last recorded43,932 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2017
Typical for 1996 MG B43,876 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDVK 62J
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Mar 2017 43,932 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2016 41,953 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2015 35,505 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2015 35,505 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 28 Mar 2014 37,887 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2013 36,114 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2012 34,875 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2011 33,580 miles

Offside Rear Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 22 Mar 2010 32,604 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2009 31,503 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2008 29,864 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2007 28,265 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2006 25,867 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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DVK 62J is a 1996 MG B in Red with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 1996 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.4% with a typical mileage of 43,876 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 DVK 62J, 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 30 years old, this MG B is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of DVK 62J?

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What year was DVK 62J registered?

DVK 62J is a 1996 MG B, first registered on 1 April 1996.

Is DVK 62J safe to buy?

The MOT history for DVK 62J shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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