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MRD 662J

1997 MG Mgb

Red Petrol 1950cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Aug 2024
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

81,852 mi
Last recorded81,852 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2023
Typical for 1997 MG Mgb32,381 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMRD 662J
MakeMG
ModelMgb
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,950cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2023 81,852 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2021 79,205 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2020 78,238 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2018 75,764 miles

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper King pin attachment bracket bolt loose.

Pass 18 Sep 2017 74,281 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2016 73,490 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2016 73,481 miles

Main beam 'tell-tale' not working (1.7.4c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 11 Sep 2015 72,743 miles

rear brakes binding slightly

Pass 1 Sep 2014 69,605 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 6 Sep 2013 65,739 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2012 64,178 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2012 64,178 miles

Front Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)

Pass 6 Sep 2011 63,026 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2010 59,254 miles

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 8 Sep 2009 55,750 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2008 54,050 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2007 50,681 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2006 46,987 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2005 43,568 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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MRD 662J is a 1997 MG Mgb in Red with a 1,950cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

Across all 1997 MG Mgb models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.0% with a typical mileage of 32,381 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 MRD 662J, 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 29 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 MRD 662J registered?

MRD 662J is a 1997 MG Mgb, first registered on 3 July 1997.

Is MRD 662J safe to buy?

The MOT history for MRD 662J shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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