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PSV 157

1984 MG B

Green Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jul 2015
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

31,920 mi
Last recorded31,920 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2014
Typical for 1984 MG B39,650 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPSV 157
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1984
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 23 Jul 2014 31,920 miles

Nearside Front Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)

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

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

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

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

How Reliable is the MG B?

Based on 191,608 MOT tests across 19,443 vehicles.

78.1%
Pass Rate
381
Miles/Year
63
Year Lifespan
19,443
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 5,224
brake binding 4,089
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 3,715
Stop lamp not working 3,343
Steering rack gaiter split 2,887
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PSV 157 is a 1984 MG B in Green with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1984 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.6% with a typical mileage of 39,650 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG B fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 5,224 recorded failures. If you're considering buying PSV 157, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG B typically stays on UK roads for around 63 years. At 42 years old, this MG B is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of PSV 157?

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What year was PSV 157 registered?

PSV 157 is a 1984 MG B, first registered on 1 June 1984.

Is PSV 157 safe to buy?

The MOT history for PSV 157 shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does PSV 157 have outstanding finance?

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