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GVS 988

1992 MG A

Red Petrol 1622cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Oct 2018
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

45,443 mi
Last recorded45,443 miles
Recorded on12 Oct 2017
Typical for 1992 MG A12,208 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGVS 988
MakeMG
ModelA
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,622cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 12 Oct 2017 45,443 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2016 44,038 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2015 42,422 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2014 41,238 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2013 39,938 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2012 38,030 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2011 35,992 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2010 33,456 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2009 32,008 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2008 28,664 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 21 Aug 2007 25,768 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2006 21,249 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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GVS 988 is a 1992 MG A in Red with a 1,622cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1992 MG A models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.2% with a typical mileage of 12,208 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 GVS 988, 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 34 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 GVS 988?

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What year was GVS 988 registered?

GVS 988 is a 1992 MG A, first registered on 8 July 1992.

Is GVS 988 safe to buy?

The MOT history for GVS 988 shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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