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XYB 655W

1990 MG Roadster

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jun 2011
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

29,544 mi
Last recorded29,544 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2010
Typical for 1990 MG Roadster28,553 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXYB 655W
MakeMG
ModelRoadster
Year1990
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2010 29,544 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2010 29,544 miles

All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 10 Apr 2007 29,522 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2007 29,522 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 8 Aug 2005 28,554 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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XYB 655W is a 1990 MG Roadster in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 XYB 655W, 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.

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How do I check the history of XYB 655W?

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What year was XYB 655W registered?

XYB 655W is a 1990 MG Roadster, first registered on 1 February 1990.

Is XYB 655W safe to buy?

The MOT history for XYB 655W shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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