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ORF 616B

1998 MG B

White Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Sep 2026
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

74,547 mi
Last recorded74,547 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2025
Typical for 1998 MG B24,549 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationORF 616B
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2025 74,547 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2024 73,004 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2023 71,711 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2022 70,348 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2021 69,188 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2020 68,171 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2019 67,797 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2019 67,797 miles

Offside Front Road wheel fixing loose (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Jul 2018 67,001 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2017 66,397 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2016 66,067 miles
Pass 28 May 2015 65,649 miles
Pass 15 May 2014 65,145 miles
Pass 20 May 2013 64,211 miles
Pass 11 May 2012 63,502 miles

Coolant leak

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

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

Pass 17 May 2011 62,981 miles
Fail 7 May 2010 62,084 miles

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

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

Pass 7 May 2010 62,084 miles
Pass 12 May 2009 61,136 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2008 60,999 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2008 60,999 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 26 Mar 2007 60,516 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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ORF 616B is a 1998 MG B in White with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 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 ORF 616B, 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

How do I check the history of ORF 616B?

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What year was ORF 616B registered?

ORF 616B is a 1998 MG B, first registered on 1 April 1998.

Is ORF 616B safe to buy?

The MOT history for ORF 616B shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does ORF 616B have outstanding finance?

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