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RPS 30J

2000 MG Mgb

Red Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Aug 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

9,133 mi
Last recorded9,133 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2025
Typical for 2000 MG Mgb50,544 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRPS 30J
MakeMG
ModelMgb
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2025 9,133 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2024 8,809 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2023 8,457 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2022 8,026 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2021 7,664 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2020 7,356 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2019 7,328 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2018 7,282 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2017 7,241 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2016 7,202 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2015 7,176 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2014 7,069 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2013 6,965 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2013 6,962 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Front Stub axle has excessive vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam (2.5.A.1a)

Pass 5 Jul 2012 6,860 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2011 6,636 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2009 6,485 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2009 6,484 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 6 Sep 2008 6,321 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2007 5,170 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2007 5,170 miles

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

How Reliable is the MG Mgb?

Based on 26,893 MOT tests across 2,439 vehicles.

77.2%
Pass Rate
382
Miles/Year
63
Year Lifespan
2,439
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 736
Stop lamp not working 551
brake binding 549
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 531
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 460
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RPS 30J is a 2000 MG Mgb in Red with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2000 MG Mgb models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.4% with a typical mileage of 50,544 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG Mgb fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 736 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RPS 30J, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG Mgb typically stays on UK roads for around 63 years. At 26 years old, this MG Mgb is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RPS 30J registered?

RPS 30J is a 2000 MG Mgb, first registered on 16 November 2000.

Is RPS 30J safe to buy?

The MOT history for RPS 30J shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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