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H12 MGB

1996 Enfield 500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Sep 2019
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

13,352 mi
Last recorded13,352 miles
Recorded on28 Sep 2018
Typical for 1996 Enfield 50011,720 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH12 MGB
MakeEnfield
Model500
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc
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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Sep 2018 13,352 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2018 13,352 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator likely to become detached (4.4.1 (c) (ii))

Pass 18 May 2017 12,977 miles
Pass 24 May 2016 11,719 miles
Pass 13 May 2015 10,986 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2014 9,888 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2013 8,920 miles

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Pass 23 Feb 2012 7,397 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2011 6,603 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2006 6,462 miles

front and rear tyres have slight cracking on outer walls

How Reliable is the Enfield 500?

Based on 1,120 MOT tests across 146 vehicles.

87.1%
Pass Rate
244
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
146
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 7
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 7
Horn not working 6
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 6
Direction indicators not working 4
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H12 MGB is a 1996 Enfield 500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1996 Enfield 500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.5% with a typical mileage of 11,720 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Enfield 500 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 7 recorded failures. If you're considering buying H12 MGB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Enfield 500 typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 30 years old, this Enfield 500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was H12 MGB registered?

H12 MGB is a 1996 Enfield 500, first registered on 17 September 1996.

Is H12 MGB safe to buy?

The MOT history for H12 MGB shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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