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MCH 683D

1993 MG B

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 May 2016
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

65,335 mi
Last recorded65,335 miles
Recorded on14 May 2015
Typical for 1993 MG B42,808 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMCH 683D
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1993
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 May 2015 65,335 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2014 65,328 miles

o/s/f bump stop missing

Pass 26 Jun 2013 65,325 miles

o/s/f bump stop missing

Fail 19 Jun 2013 65,324 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

o/s/f bump stop missing

Pass 18 Jun 2012 65,313 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2012 65,312 miles

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

Fail 22 May 2012 65,311 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Wheel fitment excessively worn between the wheel and hub spigot mounting (4.2.B.5)

Offside Rear Wheel fitment excessively worn between the wheel and hub spigot mounting (4.2.B.5)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Coolent leak at bottom N/S of radiator

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

Parking brake lever at N/S back plate not reaching maximum

Wiring chaffing on O/S REAR swinging shackle

Pass 12 Aug 2010 65,310 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2009 65,255 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2008 65,228 miles

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

Fail 7 Mar 2008 65,221 miles

Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has a deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Rear brake drum contaminated by oil (3.5.1h)

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

rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

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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MCH 683D is a 1993 MG B in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 1993 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.5% with a typical mileage of 42,808 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 MCH 683D, 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 33 years old, this MG B is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of MCH 683D?

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What year was MCH 683D registered?

MCH 683D is a 1993 MG B, first registered on 23 July 1993.

Is MCH 683D safe to buy?

The MOT history for MCH 683D shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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