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PMB 304B

1993 MG Roadster

White Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Jul 2026
Tests24 (17 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate70.8%

Mileage

35,498 mi
Last recorded35,498 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2025
Typical for 1993 MG Roadster21,440 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPMB 304B
MakeMG
ModelRoadster
Year1993
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

17 pass 7 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2025 35,498 miles

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Slight oil leak from steering rack

Pass 10 Jul 2024 34,777 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2024 34,777 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Pass 11 Jul 2023 34,479 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn trunnion (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn trunnion (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Jul 2022 34,175 miles

Nearside Front Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trunnion (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trunnion (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Jul 2017 31,502 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2017 31,495 miles

Fuel system component leaking fuel pump (7.2.3)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b) DANGEROUS

Pass 26 Jul 2016 30,677 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2016 30,671 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 23 Jul 2015 29,537 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2014 28,184 miles

Advise some wear to offside rear hub bearing.Advise nearside rear tyre wearing down on outside edge.

Pass 16 Jul 2013 26,990 miles

Advise wear to n/s/f tyre.

Pass 27 Jul 2012 25,855 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2012 25,855 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 30 Jul 2011 25,230 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2010 24,161 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2009 23,201 miles

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

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

vehicle heavily undersealed to inspect corrosion fully

Fail 27 Jul 2009 23,198 miles

Nearside Front Steering component deformed and unserviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Nearside Rear Brake lever has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) insecure (1.1.A.3a)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front Steering component deformed and unserviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Offside Rear Brake lever has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) insecure (1.1.A.3a)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

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

vehicle heavily undersealed to inspect corrosion fully

Pass 23 Jul 2008 22,576 miles

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Fail 23 Jul 2008 22,576 miles

Nearside Steering rack insecure (2.2.B.1a)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 2 Aug 2007 21,445 miles

Play in steering rack.

Pass 6 Dec 2006 21,378 miles

Play in steering rack.

Fail 6 Dec 2006 21,378 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Play in steering rack.

Pass 28 Nov 2005 21,188 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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PMB 304B is a 1993 MG Roadster in White with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.8%.

Across all 1993 MG Roadster models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.8% with a typical mileage of 21,440 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 PMB 304B, 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 33 years old, this MG Roadster is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was PMB 304B registered?

PMB 304B is a 1993 MG Roadster, first registered on 1 January 1993.

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