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DSL 454

1999 MG Mga

Red Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 May 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

13,029 mi
Last recorded13,029 miles
Recorded on13 May 2017
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDSL 454
MakeMG
ModelMga
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 May 2017 13,029 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2016 10,962 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2015 9,272 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside rear brake back plate damp light mist of oil

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Fail 26 Jul 2013 8,156 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 26 Jul 2013 8,156 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2012 8,075 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2011 7,917 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

drivers side spot lamp not working

fuel cap rubber seal perished

n/s rear tyre worn low on outer edge

nut and bolt missing from exhaust down pipe joint

Fail 1 Aug 2011 7,917 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Offside Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

drivers side spot lamp not working

fuel cap rubber seal perished

n/s rear tyre worn low on outer edge

nut and bolt missing from exhaust down pipe joint

Pass 1 Jul 2010 773 miles

Nearside Front front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

near side rear wheel bearing slitly nosiy

Pass 31 Jul 2009 761 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 12 Jun 2008 6,764 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2007 5,513 miles
Pass 30 May 2006 3,974 miles
Pass 25 May 2005 2,391 miles

How Reliable is the MG Mga?

Based on 3,780 MOT tests across 451 vehicles.

85.3%
Pass Rate
340
Miles/Year
70
Year Lifespan
451
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp not working 65
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 58
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 46
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 46
brake binding 42
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DSL 454 is a 1999 MG Mga in Red with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

The most common reason a MG Mga fails its MOT is stop lamp not working, accounting for 65 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DSL 454, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG Mga typically stays on UK roads for around 70 years. At 27 years old, this MG Mga is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was DSL 454 registered?

DSL 454 is a 1999 MG Mga, first registered on 7 June 1999.

Is DSL 454 safe to buy?

The MOT history for DSL 454 shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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