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WFE 31R

1999 MG B

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 May 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

61,047 mi
Last recorded61,047 miles
Recorded on8 May 2025
Typical for 1999 MG B20,183 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWFE 31R
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 May 2025 61,047 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2024 60,581 miles
Pass 16 May 2023 59,380 miles
Pass 16 May 2022 58,483 miles
Pass 19 May 2021 57,016 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2017 56,249 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2016 55,667 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2015 55,294 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2015 55,294 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 14 Aug 2014 54,301 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2013 53,653 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2012 52,682 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 22 Aug 2011 51,944 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2011 51,944 miles

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 21 Aug 2010 50,678 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2009 49,929 miles

slight oil leak from gearbox

Pass 26 Aug 2008 47,983 miles

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in an anchor pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Offside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in an anchor pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Fail 19 Aug 2008 47,980 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Brake hose leaking (3.6.A.1)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in an anchor pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Offside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in an anchor pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 20 Jul 2007 47,854 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2006 46,708 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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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WFE 31R is a 1999 MG B in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

Across all 1999 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.9% with a typical mileage of 20,183 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 WFE 31R, 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 27 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 WFE 31R?

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What year was WFE 31R registered?

WFE 31R is a 1999 MG B, first registered on 11 August 1999.

Is WFE 31R safe to buy?

The MOT history for WFE 31R shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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