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8187 UR

1985 MG A

Blue Petrol 1622cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Mar 2017
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

90,735 mi
Last recorded90,735 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2016
Typical for 1985 MG A7,954 mi

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Vehicle Details

Registration8187 UR
MakeMG
ModelA
Year1985
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,622cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Mar 2016 90,735 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2015 90,679 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2015 90,679 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

passenger door does not latch securely closed (6.2.B.1a)

Pass 15 Feb 2014 90,654 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2012 90,611 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2011 90,591 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2010 90,569 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2009 90,500 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2008 90,397 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2007 90,355 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2006 90,335 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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8187 UR is a 1985 MG A in Blue with a 1,622cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 1985 MG A models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.9% with a typical mileage of 7,954 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 8187 UR, 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 41 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 8187 UR?

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What year was 8187 UR registered?

8187 UR is a 1985 MG A, first registered on 2 September 1985.

Is 8187 UR safe to buy?

The MOT history for 8187 UR shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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