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PHH 489G

1969 MG Mgb Roadster

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Oct 2017
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

72,394 mi
Last recorded72,394 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2016
Typical for 1969 MG Mgb Roadster47,168 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPHH 489G
MakeMG
ModelMgb Roadster
Year1969
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc
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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2016 72,394 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2015 72,043 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2014 71,981 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2013 71,730 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2012 71,668 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2011 71,386 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2010 70,957 miles
Pass 29 May 2009 70,343 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2008 69,674 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

Fail 20 Jun 2008 69,660 miles

Offside Inner Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Outer Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

Pass 8 Jun 2007 69,548 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2006 69,269 miles
Fail 19 May 2006 69,263 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

How Reliable is the MG Mgb Roadster?

Based on 1,696 MOT tests across 159 vehicles.

78.9%
Pass Rate
334
Miles/Year
62
Year Lifespan
159
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 52
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 36
Stop lamp not working 33
brake binding 32
position lamp(s) not working 30
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PHH 489G is a 1969 MG Mgb Roadster in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 1969 MG Mgb Roadster models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.4% with a typical mileage of 47,168 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 Mgb Roadster fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 52 recorded failures. If you're considering buying PHH 489G, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG Mgb Roadster typically stays on UK roads for around 62 years. At 57 years old, this MG Mgb Roadster is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was PHH 489G registered?

PHH 489G is a 1969 MG Mgb Roadster, first registered on 20 June 1969.

Is PHH 489G safe to buy?

The MOT history for PHH 489G shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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