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GSL 311

1997 MG A

Red Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jul 2013
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

14,914 mi
Last recorded14,914 miles
Recorded on9 Jul 2012
Typical for 1997 MG A21,222 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGSL 311
MakeMG
ModelA
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Jul 2012 14,914 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2012 14,913 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel spoke excessively loose (4.2.A.1b)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 20 May 2011 14,869 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2011 14,868 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 3 Jul 2009 14,214 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2008 14,477 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2007 14,042 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2006 13,963 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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GSL 311 is a 1997 MG A in Red with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1997 MG A models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.8% with a typical mileage of 21,222 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 GSL 311, 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 29 years old, this MG A is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of GSL 311?

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What year was GSL 311 registered?

GSL 311 is a 1997 MG A, first registered on 17 July 1997.

Is GSL 311 safe to buy?

The MOT history for GSL 311 shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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