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MGA 869

2012 MG A

Red Petrol 1622cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Feb 2024
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

4,018 mi
Last recorded4,018 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2023
Typical for 2012 MG A16,052 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMGA 869
MakeMG
ModelA
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,622cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2023 4,018 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2022 3,545 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2022 3,545 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision worn smooth (1.1.2 (c))

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (4.4.1 (e))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 15 Jul 2020 3,290 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2019 3,161 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2018 2,746 miles

Nearside Front Lower king pin trunnion slight movement

Fail 3 Sep 2018 2,746 miles

Nearside Front Lower king pin trunnion slight movement

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 11 Aug 2017 2,418 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2016 1,643 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2015 938 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2014 781 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2013 289 miles
Pass 31 May 2012 67,269 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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MGA 869 is a 2012 MG A in Red with a 1,622cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 2012 MG A models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.1% with a typical mileage of 16,052 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 MGA 869, 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 14 years old, this MG A is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was MGA 869 registered?

MGA 869 is a 2012 MG A, first registered on 13 June 2012.

Is MGA 869 safe to buy?

The MOT history for MGA 869 shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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