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XJB 803L

1997 MG B

Green Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Aug 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

3,123 mi
Last recorded3,123 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2025
Typical for 1997 MG B32,605 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXJB 803L
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2025 3,123 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2024 1,703 miles
Pass 11 May 2023 7,749 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2022 6,553 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2021 2,008 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2020 8,189 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2018 7,633 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 4 Jun 2018 7,629 miles

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Jun 2017 7,269 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2016 6,680 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2015 6,672 miles

Inner Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front suspension has slight movement at wishbone bearing (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 27 Jun 2014 6,667 miles

Nearside Front Lower Front suspension has slight movement at wishbone bearing (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 22 May 2013 6,505 miles
Fail 22 May 2013 6,505 miles

Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 8 Jul 2008 6,483 miles
Pass 11 May 2007 6,059 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2006 51,439 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2006 51,439 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.C3)

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.C3)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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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XJB 803L is a 1997 MG B in Green with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1997 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.7% with a typical mileage of 32,605 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 XJB 803L, 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 29 years old, this MG B is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was XJB 803L registered?

XJB 803L is a 1997 MG B, first registered on 1 December 1997.

Is XJB 803L safe to buy?

The MOT history for XJB 803L shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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