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FNO 43B

1996 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jul 2018
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

68,007 mi
Last recorded68,007 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2017
Typical for 1996 MG B43,876 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFNO 43B
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2017 68,007 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2016 67,582 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2014 67,571 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2013 67,447 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2012 67,079 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2011 66,656 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2010 66,081 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2009 65,777 miles

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Fail 8 Jul 2009 65,768 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

O/S rear brake lower effort

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 8 Aug 2008 65,740 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2008 65,738 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 18 Jul 2007 65,711 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2006 65,011 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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FNO 43B is a 1996 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 FNO 43B, 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 FNO 43B?

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What year was FNO 43B registered?

FNO 43B is a 1996 MG B, first registered on 1 May 1996.

Is FNO 43B safe to buy?

The MOT history for FNO 43B shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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