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VGP 56F

1990 MG B

Blue Petrol 1950cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Mar 2019
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

1,294 mi
Last recorded1,294 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2018
Typical for 1990 MG B42,103 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVGP 56F
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1990
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,950cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2018 1,294 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2017 1,066 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2015 1,002 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2015 984 miles

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

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Pass 9 Sep 2014 362 miles

Oil Leak

Oil Leak From Rear Diff

Pass 27 Aug 2013 99,851 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2012 99,645 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2011 99,520 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2010 99,284 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2009 98,744 miles

Offside Rear Fuel pipe union leaking (7.2.3)

Pass 11 Aug 2009 98,744 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2008 98,209 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2007 97,809 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2006 97,461 miles

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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VGP 56F is a 1990 MG B in Blue with a 1,950cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1990 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.3% with a typical mileage of 42,103 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 VGP 56F, 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 36 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 VGP 56F?

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What year was VGP 56F registered?

VGP 56F is a 1990 MG B, first registered on 18 October 1990.

Is VGP 56F safe to buy?

The MOT history for VGP 56F shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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