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RFX 133W

1996 MG B

Bronze Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Apr 2016
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

12,123 mi
Last recorded12,123 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2015
Typical for 1996 MG B43,876 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRFX 133W
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1996
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2015 12,123 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2014 11,933 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2013 11,784 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2012 11,430 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2011 10,235 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2011 10,235 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 25 Jul 2009 10,156 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2008 9,270 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2007 8,740 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2006 7,709 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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RFX 133W is a 1996 MG B in Bronze with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1996 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.4% with a typical mileage of 43,876 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 RFX 133W, 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 30 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 RFX 133W?

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What year was RFX 133W registered?

RFX 133W is a 1996 MG B, first registered on 4 November 1996.

Is RFX 133W safe to buy?

The MOT history for RFX 133W shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does RFX 133W have outstanding finance?

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