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261 XUX

2010 MG A

Red Petrol 1489cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2021
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

338 mi
Last recorded338 miles
Recorded on1 Dec 2020
Typical for 2010 MG A8,318 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration261 XUX
MakeMG
ModelA
Year2010
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,489cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Dec 2020 338 miles
Pass 25 May 2017 966 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2016 99,852 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2015 99,839 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2014 98,636 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2013 97,948 miles

Front Sub-frame slightly distorted (2.4.G.1)

Fail 3 Jul 2013 97,948 miles

Nearside Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)

Offside Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front Sub-frame slightly distorted (2.4.G.1)

Pass 22 Jun 2012 96,360 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2012 96,360 miles

Nearside Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Front Brake pipe fouled by moving parts (3.6.B.2a)

Nearside Front Lower Axle king pin has excessive play in pin and/or bush adversely affecting the steering (2.5.A.3a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear Brake pipe fouled by moving parts (3.6.B.2a)

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

Pass 15 Jul 2011 94,228 miles
Pass 17 May 2010 93,797 miles
Fail 4 May 2010 93,775 miles

Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Rear Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

How Reliable is the MG A?

Based on 15,457 MOT tests across 1,952 vehicles.

85.6%
Pass Rate
338
Miles/Year
70
Year Lifespan
1,952
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp not working 230
brake binding 224
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 222
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 202
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 183
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261 XUX is a 2010 MG A in Red with a 1,489cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2010 MG A models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.5% with a typical mileage of 8,318 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 A fails its MOT is stop lamp not working, accounting for 230 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 261 XUX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG A typically stays on UK roads for around 70 years. At 16 years old, this MG A is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was 261 XUX registered?

261 XUX is a 2010 MG A, first registered on 19 May 2010.

Is 261 XUX safe to buy?

The MOT history for 261 XUX shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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