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514 DXX

1990 MG A

White Petrol 1622cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jun 2024
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

26,581 mi
Last recorded26,581 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2023
Typical for 1990 MG A24,246 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration514 DXX
MakeMG
ModelA
Year1990
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,622cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Jun 2023 26,581 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2023 26,568 miles

Steering wheel has excessive movement up and down (2.2.2 (a))

Pass 23 Sep 2021 25,255 miles

Offside Rear axle oil leak hub area

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

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

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

tyres 19 years old

Pass 25 Sep 2020 24,507 miles

Offside Rear oil leak on rear axle hub area

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

all 4 tyres old

Pass 19 Aug 2019 23,454 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2018 21,512 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2017 20,161 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2016 18,581 miles

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Fail 22 Mar 2016 18,581 miles

Offside Rear Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Steering rack insecure (2.2.B.1a)

Pass 13 May 2015 18,472 miles
Pass 16 May 2014 18,224 miles
Fail 15 May 2014 18,221 miles

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

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 22 May 2013 17,817 miles
Pass 30 May 2012 17,373 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2011 16,728 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2010 15,433 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2009 14,117 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2008 12,739 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2007 11,272 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2006 10,705 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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514 DXX is a 1990 MG A in White with a 1,622cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 514 DXX, 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 514 DXX registered?

514 DXX is a 1990 MG A, first registered on 12 October 1990.

Is 514 DXX safe to buy?

The MOT history for 514 DXX shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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