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FSK 242

1991 MG A

Red Petrol 1500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Aug 2014
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

16,661 mi
Last recorded16,661 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2013
Typical for 1991 MG A13,754 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFSK 242
MakeMG
ModelA
Year1991
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,500cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2013 16,661 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2012 16,657 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2011 16,647 miles

Nearside Steering rack damaged but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Fail 7 Jun 2010 16,626 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 7 Jun 2010 16,626 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2009 16,580 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 6 Jun 2008 16,536 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 18 Jun 2007 16,510 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2006 16,467 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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FSK 242 is a 1991 MG A in Red with a 1,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1991 MG A models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.5% with a typical mileage of 13,754 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 FSK 242, 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 35 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 FSK 242?

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What year was FSK 242 registered?

FSK 242 is a 1991 MG A, first registered on 8 July 1991.

Is FSK 242 safe to buy?

The MOT history for FSK 242 shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FSK 242 have outstanding finance?

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