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GVO 241J

1998 MG Mgb

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jul 2024
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

15,353 mi
Last recorded15,353 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2023
Typical for 1998 MG Mgb33,350 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGVO 241J
MakeMG
ModelMgb
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 7 Jul 2023 15,353 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2021 14,639 miles
Pass 30 May 2017 13,499 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2016 13,200 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2015 12,391 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2014 11,662 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2013 11,052 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2012 10,458 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2011 9,779 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2010 9,225 miles

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 13 Jan 2009 8,840 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2008 8,334 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2007 7,489 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2006 6,741 miles

How Reliable is the MG Mgb?

Based on 26,893 MOT tests across 2,439 vehicles.

77.2%
Pass Rate
382
Miles/Year
63
Year Lifespan
2,439
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 736
Stop lamp not working 551
brake binding 549
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 531
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 460
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GVO 241J is a 1998 MG Mgb in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1998 MG Mgb models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.6% with a typical mileage of 33,350 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG Mgb fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 736 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GVO 241J, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG Mgb typically stays on UK roads for around 63 years. At 28 years old, this MG Mgb is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GVO 241J registered?

GVO 241J is a 1998 MG Mgb, first registered on 1 March 1998.

Is GVO 241J safe to buy?

The MOT history for GVO 241J shows 14 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GVO 241J have outstanding finance?

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