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513 UPD

1990 MG A

Red Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Oct 2020
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

85,654 mi
Last recorded85,654 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2019
Typical for 1990 MG A24,246 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

Registration513 UPD
MakeMG
ModelA
Year1990
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2019 85,654 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2019 85,652 miles

Front Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Oil leaking excessively from transmission oil seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Leaf spring saddle is moving relative to the spring (5.3.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Leaf spring saddle is moving relative to the spring (5.3.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 11 Apr 2018 84,226 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2017 82,933 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2017 82,926 miles

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 18 Apr 2016 81,464 miles

Nearside handbrake low effort may require adjustment or repair

Pass 7 Apr 2015 79,747 miles

Nearside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 28 Apr 2014 78,213 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2013 77,375 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2013 77,375 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 26 Oct 2012 76,491 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2011 75,255 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2008 74,125 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 11 Apr 2007 73,279 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

offside front tyre worn on shoulders

play in offside front suspension joint

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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513 UPD is a 1990 MG A in Red with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 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 513 UPD, 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

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What year was 513 UPD registered?

513 UPD is a 1990 MG A, first registered on 20 April 1990.

Is 513 UPD safe to buy?

The MOT history for 513 UPD shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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