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OAT 498V

1993 MG Mgb

Purple Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Aug 2016
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

12,442 mi
Last recorded12,442 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2015
Typical for 1993 MG Mgb9,736 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOAT 498V
MakeMG
ModelMgb
Year1993
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 20 Aug 2015 12,442 miles

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

Offside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement Rear upper (2.4.B.2)

Pass 28 Jun 2014 11,802 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2013 11,104 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2012 10,192 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2011 9,952 miles
Pass 28 May 2010 9,342 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2009 8,308 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2008 7,858 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2007 5,839 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2006 4,827 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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OAT 498V is a 1993 MG Mgb in Purple with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1993 MG Mgb models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.3% with a typical mileage of 9,736 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 OAT 498V, 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 33 years old, this MG Mgb is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was OAT 498V registered?

OAT 498V is a 1993 MG Mgb, first registered on 1 March 1993.

Is OAT 498V safe to buy?

The MOT history for OAT 498V shows 10 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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