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JSU 299

1988 MG A

Red Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Feb 2014
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

17,520 mi
Last recorded17,520 miles
Recorded on14 Feb 2013
Typical for 1988 MG A12,300 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJSU 299
MakeMG
ModelA
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Feb 2013 17,520 miles
Pass 22 May 2012 17,485 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2011 17,393 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2010 17,384 miles

Offside Front Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 27 Jul 2010 17,384 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2009 17,300 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2008 17,239 miles
Pass 10 May 2006 17,151 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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JSU 299 is a 1988 MG A in Red with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1988 MG A models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.6% with a typical mileage of 12,300 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 JSU 299, 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 38 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 JSU 299?

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What year was JSU 299 registered?

JSU 299 is a 1988 MG A, first registered on 9 September 1988.

Is JSU 299 safe to buy?

The MOT history for JSU 299 shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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