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GAW 201M

1997 MG B

Red Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 May 2010
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

69,425 mi
Last recorded69,425 miles
Recorded on15 May 2009
Typical for 1997 MG B32,605 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGAW 201M
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 May 2009 69,425 miles
Pass 23 May 2008 69,378 miles
Pass 16 May 2007 69,299 miles
Pass 5 May 2006 69,191 miles

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

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

Fail 5 May 2006 69,191 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

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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GAW 201M is a 1997 MG B in Red with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1997 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.7% with a typical mileage of 32,605 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 GAW 201M, 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 29 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 GAW 201M?

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What year was GAW 201M registered?

GAW 201M is a 1997 MG B, first registered on 10 July 1997.

Is GAW 201M safe to buy?

The MOT history for GAW 201M shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GAW 201M have outstanding finance?

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