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FSL 813

1990 MG A

White Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Oct 2018
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

18,198 mi
Last recorded18,198 miles
Recorded on26 Oct 2017
Typical for 1990 MG A24,246 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFSL 813
MakeMG
ModelA
Year1990
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Oct 2017 18,198 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2016 18,036 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2016 18,036 miles

Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Pass 1 Oct 2015 18,038 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2014 17,981 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2014 17,978 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Windscreen wiper blade missing (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Fail 6 Sep 2012 17,669 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)

Pass 6 Sep 2012 17,669 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 30 Aug 2011 17,288 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2010 16,837 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2009 16,248 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 13 Aug 2008 15,942 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2007 15,236 miles

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

Pass 10 Aug 2006 13,202 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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FSL 813 is a 1990 MG A in White with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 1990 MG A models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.4% with a typical mileage of 24,246 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 FSL 813, 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 36 years old, this MG A is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FSL 813 registered?

FSL 813 is a 1990 MG A, first registered on 1 May 1990.

Is FSL 813 safe to buy?

The MOT history for FSL 813 shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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