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VFO 462

1996 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Sep 2018
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

13,508 mi
Last recorded13,508 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2017
Typical for 1996 MG B43,876 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVFO 462
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2017 13,508 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2017 13,508 miles

Central Front Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Rear Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.4c)

Pass 9 Jun 2015 10,412 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2014 10,412 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2013 10,412 miles

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

Pass 13 Mar 2013 10,412 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2012 11,361 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2011 10,361 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2010 10,323 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 13 Feb 2010 10,323 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 20 Mar 2008 10,388 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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VFO 462 is a 1996 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 1996 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.4% with a typical mileage of 43,876 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 VFO 462, 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 30 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 VFO 462?

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What year was VFO 462 registered?

VFO 462 is a 1996 MG B, first registered on 19 June 1996.

Is VFO 462 safe to buy?

The MOT history for VFO 462 shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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