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LDB 550

2003 MG A

Blue Petrol 1489cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Sep 2018
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

2,188 mi
Last recorded2,188 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2017
Typical for 2003 MG A5,866 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLDB 550
MakeMG
ModelA
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,489cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2017 2,188 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2016 2,096 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2015 1,720 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2012 1,400 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2011 1,374 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2011 1,374 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

Oil leak

Pass 10 Aug 2010 1,059 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2009 906 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2008 689 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2007 557 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2006 377 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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LDB 550 is a 2003 MG A in Blue with a 1,489cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 2003 MG A models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.2% with a typical mileage of 5,866 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 LDB 550, 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 23 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 LDB 550?

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What year was LDB 550 registered?

LDB 550 is a 2003 MG A, first registered on 4 October 2003.

Is LDB 550 safe to buy?

The MOT history for LDB 550 shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LDB 550 have outstanding finance?

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