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931 XUJ

2008 MG A

Silver Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jun 2014
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

63,307 mi
Last recorded63,307 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2013
Typical for 2008 MG A6,308 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

Registration931 XUJ
MakeMG
ModelA
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2013 63,307 miles

Centre Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Oil leak

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

nearside rear outer axle slight oil leak

Pass 18 Jan 2012 63,094 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Steering column shaft has slight end float (2.1.3)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

nearside rear hub oil leak

Pass 25 Jan 2011 63,002 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

nearside rear hub oil seal leaking

Pass 28 Jan 2010 62,516 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

nearside rear hub oil seal leaking

Fail 25 Jan 2010 62,516 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

nearside rear hub oil seal leaking

Pass 5 Feb 2009 60,949 miles

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 2 Feb 2008 59,867 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2008 59,867 miles

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Windscreen washer control missing (8.2.1a)

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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931 XUJ is a 2008 MG A in Silver with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2008 MG A models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.9% with a typical mileage of 6,308 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 931 XUJ, 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 18 years old, this MG A is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was 931 XUJ registered?

931 XUJ is a 2008 MG A, first registered on 18 February 2008.

Is 931 XUJ safe to buy?

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