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TBK 147J

1999 MG B GT

Blue Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Mar 2023
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

96,014 mi
Last recorded96,014 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2022
Typical for 1999 MG B GT47,739 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTBK 147J
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Mar 2022 96,014 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2021 95,998 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2018 94,147 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2017 93,476 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2016 93,455 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2015 93,431 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2014 93,403 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2013 93,371 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2012 93,349 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 20 Feb 2012 93,349 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2011 93,293 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

slight play in rear wheel bearings

wipers rubbers perished

Fail 25 Feb 2010 53,269 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 25 Feb 2010 53,269 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2009 93,247 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2008 93,203 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2007 93,173 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2006 93,126 miles

How Reliable is the MG B GT?

Based on 132,623 MOT tests across 14,879 vehicles.

74.5%
Pass Rate
458
Miles/Year
60
Year Lifespan
14,879
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 4,350
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 4,119
brake binding 3,855
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 3,693
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 3,413
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TBK 147J is a 1999 MG B GT in Blue with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 1999 MG B GT models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.1% with a typical mileage of 47,739 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG B GT fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 4,350 recorded failures. If you're considering buying TBK 147J, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG B GT typically stays on UK roads for around 60 years. At 27 years old, this MG B GT is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was TBK 147J registered?

TBK 147J is a 1999 MG B GT, first registered on 28 June 1999.

Is TBK 147J safe to buy?

The MOT history for TBK 147J shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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