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PSU 489

1990 MG Roadster

Red Petrol 1250cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Aug 2013
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

89,807 mi
Last recorded89,807 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2012
Typical for 1990 MG Roadster28,553 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPSU 489
MakeMG
ModelRoadster
Year1990
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,250cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2012 89,807 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2010 89,504 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2010 89,476 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 8 Aug 2009 89,269 miles

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

Pass 26 Jul 2008 88,731 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2007 88,439 miles

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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PSU 489 is a 1990 MG Roadster in Red with a 1,250cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 PSU 489, 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

How do I check the history of PSU 489?

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What year was PSU 489 registered?

PSU 489 is a 1990 MG Roadster, first registered on 25 June 1990.

Is PSU 489 safe to buy?

The MOT history for PSU 489 shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does PSU 489 have outstanding finance?

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