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VUR 980W

1996 MG Mgb

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Nov 2026
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

69,201 mi
Last recorded69,201 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2025
Typical for 1996 MG Mgb47,040 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVUR 980W
MakeMG
ModelMgb
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 21 Nov 2025 69,201 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2024 69,178 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2022 69,123 miles

Nearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 6 Apr 2021 68,653 miles

Nearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced caster rail and outer sill section (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced caster rail and outer sill section (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 30 Mar 2012 65,630 miles
Pass 13 May 2010 65,328 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2008 65,079 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2007 54,778 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2006 64,558 miles

How Reliable is the MG Mgb?

Based on 26,893 MOT tests across 2,439 vehicles.

77.2%
Pass Rate
382
Miles/Year
63
Year Lifespan
2,439
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 736
Stop lamp not working 551
brake binding 549
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 531
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 460
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VUR 980W is a 1996 MG Mgb in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1996 MG Mgb models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.4% with a typical mileage of 47,040 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG Mgb fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 736 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VUR 980W, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG Mgb typically stays on UK roads for around 63 years. At 30 years old, this MG Mgb is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of VUR 980W?

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What year was VUR 980W registered?

VUR 980W is a 1996 MG Mgb, first registered on 26 November 1996.

Is VUR 980W safe to buy?

The MOT history for VUR 980W shows 9 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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