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GNB 900D

1990 MG Roadster

Green Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jun 2027
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

13,622 mi
Last recorded13,622 miles
Recorded on28 May 2026
Typical for 1990 MG Roadster28,553 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGNB 900D
MakeMG
ModelRoadster
Year1990
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 May 2026 13,622 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2025 12,837 miles
Pass 20 May 2024 12,366 miles
Fail 20 May 2024 12,366 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 May 2023 11,670 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2022 11,348 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2022 11,347 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 5 May 2021 10,772 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 May 2018 9,056 miles
Fail 3 May 2018 9,051 miles

Front Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

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

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 16 May 2017 8,260 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2016 6,980 miles

Front wheel bearing has slight play o/s & n/s (2.5.A.3c)

How Reliable is the MG Roadster?

Based on 16,734 MOT tests across 1,649 vehicles.

80.3%
Pass Rate
379
Miles/Year
67
Year Lifespan
1,649
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 390
brake binding 298
Stop lamp not working 280
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 274
Steering rack gaiter split 202
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GNB 900D is a 1990 MG Roadster in Green with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1990 MG Roadster models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.8% with a typical mileage of 28,553 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 Roadster fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 390 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GNB 900D, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG Roadster typically stays on UK roads for around 67 years. At 36 years old, this MG Roadster is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GNB 900D registered?

GNB 900D is a 1990 MG Roadster, first registered on 17 August 1990.

Is GNB 900D safe to buy?

The MOT history for GNB 900D shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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