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MBV 544G

1998 MG B

Green Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Nov 2019
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

75,385 mi
Last recorded75,385 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2018
Typical for 1998 MG B24,549 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMBV 544G
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2018 75,385 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2014 75,378 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2013 75,333 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2012 75,302 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2010 75,073 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2010 75,073 miles

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 10 Oct 2008 74,841 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2008 74,813 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Fail 30 Sep 2008 74,782 miles

Nearside Inner Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Inner Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 12 Sep 2007 74,294 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2007 74,294 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 11 Sep 2006 73,812 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2006 73,812 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Rear Wheel insecure (4.2.A.1c)

Offside Rear Wheel insecure (4.2.A.1c)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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 544G is a 1998 MG B in Green with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

Across all 1998 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.1% with a typical mileage of 24,549 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 544G, 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 28 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 MBV 544G registered?

MBV 544G is a 1998 MG B, first registered on 1 September 1998.

Is MBV 544G safe to buy?

The MOT history for MBV 544G shows 13 tests with a 61.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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