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SKG 65R

1997 MG B

Black Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 May 2019
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

49,400 mi
Last recorded49,400 miles
Recorded on23 May 2018
Typical for 1997 MG B32,605 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSKG 65R
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 May 2018 49,400 miles

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 22 May 2018 49,393 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system from wheel cyder on jont (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front brake caliper locking device missing but not effecting brake performance

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Nov 2016 49,381 miles

rear brake flexi cracking

rear leaf springs corroded

slight play o/s/f antiroll bar bush

surface corrosion rear metal brake pipes

Pass 18 Jun 2014 49,344 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2014 49,332 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Pass 5 Feb 2013 49,080 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2012 48,765 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2011 48,435 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2011 48,430 miles

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

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 10 Feb 2010 48,084 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2010 48,084 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Offside Steering component mounting prescribed area is fractured (2.2.C.1h)

Pass 29 Jan 2009 46,112 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2008 44,014 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

emissions close to limit

Pass 6 Sep 2007 26,759 miles

emissions near limit

Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Oil leak

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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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SKG 65R is a 1997 MG B in Black with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1997 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.7% with a typical mileage of 32,605 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 SKG 65R, 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 29 years old, this MG B is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SKG 65R registered?

SKG 65R is a 1997 MG B, first registered on 20 March 1997.

Is SKG 65R safe to buy?

The MOT history for SKG 65R shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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