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SKH 196B

1988 MG B

Blue Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Dec 2026
Tests26 (20 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

22,109 mi
Last recorded22,109 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2025
Typical for 1988 MG B69,398 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSKH 196B
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1988
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

20 pass 6 fail
Pass 3 Dec 2025 22,109 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2024 19,785 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2023 18,551 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2023 18,539 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Jul 2022 17,159 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2021 15,544 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2020 14,322 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2019 12,813 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2018 11,314 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2017 10,107 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2016 8,699 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2016 8,699 miles

Nearside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Nearside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Pass 3 Aug 2015 7,523 miles

REAR AXLE CHECK STRAPS DETERIORATED

Fail 3 Aug 2015 7,523 miles

Nearside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

REAR AXLE CHECK STRAPS DETERIORATED

Pass 7 Aug 2014 5,959 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2013 5,043 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2012 3,555 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Fail 31 Jul 2012 3,555 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 16 May 2011 2,798 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

advise outer sills at rear starting to corrode

Pass 25 May 2010 2,433 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

advise tyres 3.5mm

Pass 3 Jun 2009 100,512 miles

Oil leak

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Fail 19 May 2009 100,502 miles

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

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

Oil leak

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Fail 29 Apr 2009 100,490 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has excessive wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Offside Rear Leaf spring has excessive wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated anchor pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Oil leak

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 22 Apr 2008 98,924 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2007 97,676 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2006 94,994 miles

Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

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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SKH 196B is a 1988 MG B in Blue with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 1988 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.8% with a typical mileage of 69,398 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 SKH 196B, 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 38 years old, this MG B is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SKH 196B registered?

SKH 196B is a 1988 MG B, first registered on 1 August 1988.

Is SKH 196B safe to buy?

The MOT history for SKH 196B shows 26 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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