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KWE 961J

1997 MG B

Red Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jun 2021
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

13,471 mi
Last recorded13,471 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2020
Typical for 1997 MG B32,605 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKWE 961J
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2020 13,471 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2017 12,954 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 16 Jun 2017 12,954 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 30 Jun 2016 12,415 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2015 12,052 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 20 Jun 2014 11,806 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2013 11,369 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2012 10,682 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2011 9,951 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2010 9,329 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2009 8,767 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2008 8,243 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2006 7,566 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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KWE 961J is a 1997 MG B in Red with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 KWE 961J, 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

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What year was KWE 961J registered?

KWE 961J is a 1997 MG B, first registered on 1 March 1997.

Is KWE 961J safe to buy?

The MOT history for KWE 961J shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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