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NVS 742

1992 MG A

Red Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Mar 2013
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

16,328 mi
Last recorded16,328 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2012
Typical for 1992 MG A12,208 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNVS 742
MakeMG
ModelA
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2012 16,328 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2011 14,035 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 18 Sep 2009 14,036 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 18 Sep 2009 14,036 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 18 Sep 2008 14,036 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 20 Aug 2007 14,036 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Apr 2006 14,036 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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NVS 742 is a 1992 MG A in Red with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 NVS 742, 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 NVS 742?

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What year was NVS 742 registered?

NVS 742 is a 1992 MG A, first registered on 1 November 1992.

Is NVS 742 safe to buy?

The MOT history for NVS 742 shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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