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GVO 226J

1997 MG B

Blue Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Oct 2019
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

80,054 mi
Last recorded80,054 miles
Recorded on18 Oct 2018
Typical for 1997 MG B32,605 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGVO 226J
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Oct 2018 80,054 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2017 79,971 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2016 79,924 miles

Offside Front tyre perished

Pass 2 Sep 2015 79,854 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2014 79,795 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2013 79,729 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2012 79,585 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2011 79,422 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2010 79,365 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2009 79,195 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2008 78,967 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2007 78,853 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2006 78,414 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2005 77,863 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2005 77,863 miles

Brake pedal functionally incomplete (3.3.A.1a)

Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

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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GVO 226J is a 1997 MG B in Blue with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 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 GVO 226J, 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 GVO 226J?

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What year was GVO 226J registered?

GVO 226J is a 1997 MG B, first registered on 17 June 1997.

Is GVO 226J safe to buy?

The MOT history for GVO 226J shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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