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PDX 191M

1990 MG B

Purple Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Feb 2008
Tests3 (1 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate33.3%

Mileage

28,349 mi
Last recorded28,349 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2014
Typical for 1990 MG B42,103 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPDX 191M
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1990
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

1 pass 2 fail
Fail 29 Sep 2014 28,349 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Driver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.A.3)

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Nearside Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Offside Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Offside Rear Service brake indicates brake bind (3.7.D.2a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Steering column locking device missing (2.1.6)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 22 Feb 2007 28,047 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2007 28,047 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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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PDX 191M is a 1990 MG B in Purple with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 33.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 PDX 191M, 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

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What year was PDX 191M registered?

PDX 191M is a 1990 MG B, first registered on 18 December 1990.

Is PDX 191M safe to buy?

The MOT history for PDX 191M shows 3 tests with a 33.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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