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SOW 820

2003 MG B

Red Petrol 3528cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Aug 2018
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

31,457 mi
Last recorded31,457 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2017
Typical for 2003 MG B23,170 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSOW 820
MakeMG
ModelB
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,528cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Aug 2017 31,457 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2017 31,457 miles

Nearside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 9 Aug 2010 31,147 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2005 30,940 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2005 30,940 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Nearside Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Offside Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Offside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

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

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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SOW 820 is a 2003 MG B in Red with a 3,528cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 2003 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.8% with a typical mileage of 23,170 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 SOW 820, 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 23 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 SOW 820?

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What year was SOW 820 registered?

SOW 820 is a 2003 MG B, first registered on 1 May 2003.

Is SOW 820 safe to buy?

The MOT history for SOW 820 shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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