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OBV 691H

1999 MG B

Red Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jun 2026
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

5,739 mi
Last recorded5,739 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2025
Typical for 1999 MG B20,183 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOBV 691H
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2025 5,739 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 27% (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Jun 2024 5,507 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 28% imbalance (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Apr 2023 5,255 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2021 4,519 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 23 Apr 2021 4,519 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 2 Apr 2019 3,490 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2017 3,206 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2016 2,850 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2016 2,847 miles

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

Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Pass 20 Apr 2015 2,636 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2015 2,631 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Fail 15 Apr 2015 2,626 miles

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

Pass 8 Apr 2014 2,295 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 16 Apr 2013 1,676 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2012 1,260 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2011 1,509 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2010 705 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2009 70,880 miles
Pass 15 May 2008 70,550 miles
Pass 31 May 2006 67,024 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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OBV 691H is a 1999 MG B in Red with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1999 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.9% with a typical mileage of 20,183 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 OBV 691H, 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 27 years old, this MG B is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of OBV 691H?

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What year was OBV 691H registered?

OBV 691H is a 1999 MG B, first registered on 13 August 1999.

Is OBV 691H safe to buy?

The MOT history for OBV 691H shows 20 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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