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SSC 218P

1999 MG B

Green Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Apr 2018
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

11,838 mi
Last recorded11,838 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2017
Typical for 1999 MG B20,183 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSSC 218P
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1999
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2017 11,838 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2017 11,821 miles

Headlamp switch faulty (1.7.1)

Pass 22 Apr 2016 11,639 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2015 11,160 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2012 10,525 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2011 9,755 miles
Pass 1 May 2010 9,079 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2009 8,464 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2008 8,187 miles
Pass 13 May 2006 7,973 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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SSC 218P is a 1999 MG B in Green with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1999 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.9% with a typical mileage of 20,183 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 SSC 218P, 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 27 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 SSC 218P?

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What year was SSC 218P registered?

SSC 218P is a 1999 MG B, first registered on 1 August 1999.

Is SSC 218P safe to buy?

The MOT history for SSC 218P 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 SSC 218P have outstanding finance?

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