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896 XUW

2010 MG A

Black Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 May 2027
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

11,818 mi
Last recorded11,818 miles
Recorded on28 May 2026
Typical for 2010 MG A8,318 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

Registration896 XUW
MakeMG
ModelA
Year2010
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 28 May 2026 11,818 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2025 11,420 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2024 10,882 miles

Front Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 6 Jul 2023 10,301 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2022 9,246 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2021 7,658 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2011 441 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2010 18 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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896 XUW is a 2010 MG A in Black with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2010 MG A models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.5% with a typical mileage of 8,318 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 896 XUW, 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 16 years old, this MG A is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was 896 XUW registered?

896 XUW is a 2010 MG A, first registered on 12 November 2010.

Is 896 XUW safe to buy?

The MOT history for 896 XUW shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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