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PMB 298B

1992 MG Mgb

Black Petrol 1cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Oct 2010
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

85,760 mi
Last recorded85,760 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2009
Typical for 1992 MG Mgb55,027 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPMB 298B
MakeMG
ModelMgb
Year1992
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2009 85,760 miles

Advise repacement of fan belt

Play detected in steering rack

Slight play in offside front wheelbearing

Slight play in upper steering column bearing.

Pass 22 Sep 2008 85,733 miles

Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

offside mirror missing ( not a testable item due to age of vehicle)

Fail 27 Aug 2008 85,731 miles

Brake pedal has excessive side movement indicating a badly worn bearing or pivot (3.3.A.1d)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade missing (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper blade missing (8.2.2)

Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Offside mirror missing (not a testable item due to age of vehicle)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

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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PMB 298B is a 1992 MG Mgb in Black with a 1cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1992 MG Mgb models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.8% with a typical mileage of 55,027 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 fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 736 recorded failures. If you're considering buying PMB 298B, 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 34 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 PMB 298B registered?

PMB 298B is a 1992 MG Mgb, first registered on 21 August 1992.

Is PMB 298B safe to buy?

The MOT history for PMB 298B shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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