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GSK 819

1991 MG A

Red Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Oct 2016
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

3,165 mi
Last recorded3,165 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2015
Typical for 1991 MG A13,754 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGSK 819
MakeMG
ModelA
Year1991
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2015 3,165 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2014 2,116 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2013 1,440 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2012 895 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2011 808 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2010 502 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2009 299 miles

Oil leak

Fail 21 Aug 2009 290 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Oil leak

Pass 15 Aug 2008 27,734 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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GSK 819 is a 1991 MG A in Red with a 1,600cc 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 GSK 819, 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 GSK 819?

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What year was GSK 819 registered?

GSK 819 is a 1991 MG A, first registered on 8 April 1991.

Is GSK 819 safe to buy?

The MOT history for GSK 819 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.

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