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MBV 534G

1997 MG B

Green Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Nov 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

82,051 mi
Last recorded82,051 miles
Recorded on9 Nov 2018
Typical for 1997 MG B32,605 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMBV 534G
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Nov 2018 82,051 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2018 82,043 miles

Nearside Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leaking excessively from transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Oil leaking excessively from transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Oct 2017 80,986 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2016 80,643 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2015 80,501 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2014 80,233 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2013 80,203 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2012 79,826 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2012 79,807 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Some rust on underside, may require attention soon.

slight play in n/s/f upper suspension arm inner bushes.

some play in o/s/r wheel or wheel bearing.

Pass 22 Aug 2011 78,296 miles

o/s/f out rigger slightly corroded

Pass 3 Nov 2010 78,049 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2009 78,049 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2008 78,044 miles
Pass 29 May 2007 77,859 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2006 77,263 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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MBV 534G is a 1997 MG B in Green with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 MBV 534G, 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.

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What year was MBV 534G registered?

MBV 534G is a 1997 MG B, first registered on 21 November 1997.

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