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W959 BFR

2000 MG Mgb

Red Petrol 1950cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jan 2016
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

55,801 mi
Last recorded55,801 miles
Recorded on26 Jan 2015
Typical for 2000 MG Mgb50,544 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW959 BFR
MakeMG
ModelMgb
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,950cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 26 Jan 2015 55,801 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2013 55,595 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

slight noise from off side front wheel bearing

Pass 26 Mar 2012 55,375 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2011 55,113 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2009 54,508 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2008 54,202 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2007 53,875 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2006 53,839 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2006 53,744 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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W959 BFR is a 2000 MG Mgb in Red with a 1,950cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2000 MG Mgb models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.4% with a typical mileage of 50,544 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 W959 BFR, 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 26 years old, this MG Mgb is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was W959 BFR registered?

W959 BFR is a 2000 MG Mgb, first registered on 1 June 2000.

Is W959 BFR safe to buy?

The MOT history for W959 BFR 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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