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482 UYW

1989 MG A

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jun 2024
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

14 mi
Last recorded14 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2023
Typical for 1989 MG A26,043 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration482 UYW
MakeMG
ModelA
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2023 14 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2017 28,899 miles

n/s wiper slightly torn

Fail 18 Apr 2017 28,899 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

n/s wiper slightly torn

Pass 27 Apr 2016 27,837 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2015 26,774 miles

o/s rear wheelrim slightly buckled

oil leak

Fail 16 Apr 2015 26,775 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

o/s rear wheelrim slightly buckled

Pass 15 May 2014 26,045 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2012 24,251 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2012 24,250 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 31 May 2011 23,089 miles
Pass 24 May 2010 21,601 miles
Pass 18 May 2009 20,301 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2008 19,686 miles
Pass 23 May 2007 19,089 miles
Pass 24 May 2006 18,082 miles

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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482 UYW is a 1989 MG A in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1989 MG A models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.3% with a typical mileage of 26,043 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 482 UYW, 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 37 years old, this MG A is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was 482 UYW registered?

482 UYW is a 1989 MG A, first registered on 1 February 1989.

Is 482 UYW safe to buy?

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