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PSU 783

1990 MG Roadster

Black Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Oct 2017
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

22,045 mi
Last recorded22,045 miles
Recorded on3 Oct 2016
Typical for 1990 MG Roadster28,553 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPSU 783
MakeMG
ModelRoadster
Year1990
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Oct 2016 22,045 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2015 21,944 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2014 21,676 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2013 21,140 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2011 20,767 miles

offside front lower trunion has slight movement

offside front wheel bearing slight noise

Pass 11 Sep 2009 20,454 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2008 20,218 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2007 18,224 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2006 16,712 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2006 16,708 miles

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

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 783 is a 1990 MG Roadster in Black with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 783, 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 783?

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What year was PSU 783 registered?

PSU 783 is a 1990 MG Roadster, first registered on 17 April 1990.

Is PSU 783 safe to buy?

The MOT history for PSU 783 shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does PSU 783 have outstanding finance?

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