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PDX 265M

1998 MG Mgb

White Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jul 2018
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

32,533 mi
Last recorded32,533 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2017
Typical for 1998 MG Mgb33,350 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPDX 265M
MakeMG
ModelMgb
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2017 32,533 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2016 32,410 miles

slight noise from n/s/f wheel bearing

Pass 16 Jul 2015 32,073 miles

Niose from N/S/F wheel bearing.

Pass 23 Jul 2014 31,828 miles

slight noise from n/s/f wheel bearing

Pass 27 Jul 2013 31,365 miles

slight noise from n/s/f wheel bearing

Pass 6 Jun 2012 31,363 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Pass 19 Jul 2010 31,166 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Pass 30 Jun 2009 31,037 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 3 Jul 2008 31,000 miles

Hand brake travel.

Fail 3 Jul 2008 31,000 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Hand brake travel.

Pass 18 Jun 2007 30,752 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2006 30,236 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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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PDX 265M is a 1998 MG Mgb in White with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 1998 MG Mgb models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.6% with a typical mileage of 33,350 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 PDX 265M, 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 28 years old, this MG Mgb is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was PDX 265M registered?

PDX 265M is a 1998 MG Mgb, first registered on 20 August 1998.

Is PDX 265M safe to buy?

The MOT history for PDX 265M shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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