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697 EMW

1963 MG Mgb

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jun 2027
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

19,339 mi
Last recorded19,339 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2026
Typical for 1963 MG Mgb25,898 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration697 EMW
MakeMG
ModelMgb
Year1963
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2026 19,339 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2025 19,238 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2024 19,202 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2022 19,043 miles

both front wipers are smearing

Pass 27 Sep 2021 18,911 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2020 18,781 miles

both front wipers are smearing

Pass 30 Sep 2019 18,727 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2018 18,691 miles

front wipers are smearing

Pass 25 Sep 2017 18,646 miles

both front wipers are smearing

Pass 3 Oct 2016 18,608 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2016 18,608 miles

Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Pass 15 Sep 2015 18,574 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2014 18,563 miles

oil residue on the engine and transmission

Pass 4 Oct 2013 18,516 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2012 18,471 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2011 17,475 miles

Nearside Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Offside Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 27 Sep 2010 17,413 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2009 17,248 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2008 17,055 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Fail 24 Aug 2007 16,974 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Wheel insecure (4.2.A.1c)

Pass 24 Aug 2007 16,974 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Pass 25 Aug 2006 16,507 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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697 EMW is a 1963 MG Mgb in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 1963 MG Mgb models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.3% with a typical mileage of 25,898 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 697 EMW, 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 63 years old, this MG Mgb is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was 697 EMW registered?

697 EMW is a 1963 MG Mgb, first registered on 4 January 1963.

Is 697 EMW safe to buy?

The MOT history for 697 EMW shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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