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PEF 54L

1991 MG Mgb

Purple Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 May 2018
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

561 mi
Last recorded561 miles
Recorded on22 May 2017
Typical for 1991 MG Mgb10,863 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPEF 54L
MakeMG
ModelMgb
Year1991
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 22 May 2017 561 miles
Pass 24 May 2016 542 miles
Pass 20 May 2015 510 miles
Pass 27 May 2014 491 miles

Front Shock Absorbers weak.

N/S/F Brake binding slightly.

Oil leak

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 29 May 2013 478 miles

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

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 18 May 2012 475 miles

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

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 17 May 2011 472 miles

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

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

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

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

fuel pump damp

oil leak from n/s/r axle seal

Pass 17 May 2010 468 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

n/s/f brake binding slightly

n/s/f steering rack slight play

Pass 20 May 2009 409 miles
Pass 19 May 2008 407 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Jul 2006 172 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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PEF 54L is a 1991 MG Mgb in Purple with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1991 MG Mgb models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.2% with a typical mileage of 10,863 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 PEF 54L, 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 35 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 PEF 54L registered?

PEF 54L is a 1991 MG Mgb, first registered on 6 December 1991.

Is PEF 54L safe to buy?

The MOT history for PEF 54L shows 11 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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