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FVN 42J

1990 MG B

Green Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Aug 2018
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

3,353 mi
Last recorded3,353 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2017
Typical for 1990 MG B42,103 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFVN 42J
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1990
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Aug 2017 3,353 miles

All 4 tyres cracked

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded nearside & offside (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 10 Aug 2017 3,345 miles

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

Offside Indicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)

All 4 tyres cracked

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded nearside & offside (3.6.B.2c)

Rear exhaust system deteriorated

Pass 30 Aug 2016 3,331 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2015 3,330 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2014 3,308 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2013 3,214 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2012 3,175 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2011 3,078 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2010 3,000 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2009 2,903 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2009 2,903 miles

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Pass 30 Jun 2006 2,815 miles

Nearside Direction indicator affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Direction indicator affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

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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FVN 42J is a 1990 MG B in Green with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1990 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.3% with a typical mileage of 42,103 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 FVN 42J, 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 36 years old, this MG B is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of FVN 42J?

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What year was FVN 42J registered?

FVN 42J is a 1990 MG B, first registered on 7 September 1990.

Is FVN 42J safe to buy?

The MOT history for FVN 42J shows 12 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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