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471 YUJ

1990 MG A

Red Petrol 1500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 May 2014
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

28,971 mi
Last recorded28,971 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2013
Typical for 1990 MG A24,246 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration471 YUJ
MakeMG
ModelA
Year1990
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,500cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2013 28,971 miles

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 25 May 2012 28,814 miles
Pass 13 May 2011 28,616 miles
Pass 24 May 2010 28,451 miles
Pass 25 May 2009 28,250 miles
Pass 2 May 2008 27,802 miles
Pass 29 May 2007 26,205 miles

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 7 Apr 2006 24,246 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2006 24,241 miles

Offside Front Lower Axle swivel joint has excessive movement between a swivel joint and its housing (2.5.A.1b)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Nearside Rear brake drum worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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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471 YUJ is a 1990 MG A in Red with a 1,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1990 MG A models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.4% with a typical mileage of 24,246 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 471 YUJ, 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 36 years old, this MG A is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of 471 YUJ?

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What year was 471 YUJ registered?

471 YUJ is a 1990 MG A, first registered on 1 September 1990.

Is 471 YUJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for 471 YUJ shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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