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WKY 803K

2001 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Nov 2024
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

10,257 mi
Last recorded10,257 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2023
Typical for 2001 MG B19,630 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWKY 803K
MakeMG
ModelB
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 Nov 2023 10,257 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2022 10,024 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2021 9,947 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2020 9,889 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2020 9,870 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt split (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Pass 7 Aug 2019 9,657 miles

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 27 Jul 2018 9,419 miles

Hazard warning switch inoperative

Pass 17 Jul 2017 9,309 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2016 9,093 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2015 9,021 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

hazard lamp switch present in vehicle but not wired in.

Pass 21 Jul 2014 8,612 miles

hazard lamp switch fitted but not wired in.

Fail 21 Jul 2014 8,612 miles

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

Pass 22 Jul 2013 8,373 miles

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

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

Fail 22 Jul 2013 8,373 miles

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

Hazard warning tell tale not working correctly (1.4.B.1e)

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

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

Pass 26 Jun 2012 7,868 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2011 7,479 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2011 7,479 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 26 May 2010 6,870 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2009 6,484 miles
Pass 9 May 2008 6,272 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2007 5,822 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2007 5,814 miles

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 7 Apr 2006 5,592 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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WKY 803K is a 2001 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

Across all 2001 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.5% with a typical mileage of 19,630 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 WKY 803K, 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 25 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 WKY 803K?

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What year was WKY 803K registered?

WKY 803K is a 2001 MG B, first registered on 1 July 2001.

Is WKY 803K safe to buy?

The MOT history for WKY 803K shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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