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PSP 851R

1990 MG Roadster

Green Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 May 2018
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

38,103 mi
Last recorded38,103 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2017
Typical for 1990 MG Roadster28,553 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPSP 851R
MakeMG
ModelRoadster
Year1990
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2017 38,103 miles
Pass 18 May 2016 37,768 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a pin or bush of an upper wishbone inner bearing Slight play NSF suspension area. (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 23 Apr 2015 36,497 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2013 36,161 miles

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 10 May 2012 36,067 miles

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 10 May 2012 36,064 miles

Offside Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 10 May 2011 36,732 miles

Leaf spring splayed but action not impaired (2.4.B.1c)

Pass 24 May 2010 35,578 miles

Leaf spring splayed but action not impaired (2.4.B.1c)

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

Offside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Fail 18 May 2010 35,571 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Leaf spring splayed but action not impaired (2.4.B.1c)

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

Offside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 27 May 2009 34,905 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring splayed but action not impaired (2.4.B.1c)

Offside Rear Leaf spring splayed but action not impaired (2.4.B.1c)

Pass 27 May 2008 34,069 miles
Fail 20 May 2008 34,063 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

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

Pass 26 Jun 2007 33,155 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2007 33,150 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Oil leak

transmission leak

How Reliable is the MG Roadster?

Based on 16,734 MOT tests across 1,649 vehicles.

80.3%
Pass Rate
379
Miles/Year
67
Year Lifespan
1,649
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 390
brake binding 298
Stop lamp not working 280
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 274
Steering rack gaiter split 202
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PSP 851R is a 1990 MG Roadster in Green with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1990 MG Roadster models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.8% with a typical mileage of 28,553 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 Roadster fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 390 recorded failures. If you're considering buying PSP 851R, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG Roadster typically stays on UK roads for around 67 years. At 36 years old, this MG Roadster is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was PSP 851R registered?

PSP 851R is a 1990 MG Roadster, first registered on 23 October 1990.

Is PSP 851R safe to buy?

The MOT history for PSP 851R shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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