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TGF 97L

1998 MG B GT

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Aug 2006
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

89,520 mi
Last recorded89,520 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2005
Typical for 1998 MG B GT40,412 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTGF 97L
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Aug 2005 89,520 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2005 89,520 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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TGF 97L is a 1998 MG B GT in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1998 MG B GT models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.2% with a typical mileage of 40,412 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 GT fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 4,350 recorded failures. If you're considering buying TGF 97L, 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 28 years old, this MG B GT is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of TGF 97L?

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What year was TGF 97L registered?

TGF 97L is a 1998 MG B GT, first registered on 17 February 1998.

Is TGF 97L safe to buy?

The MOT history for TGF 97L shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does TGF 97L have outstanding finance?

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