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PSL 797

2001 MG A

Blue Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Sep 2022
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

12,493 mi
Last recorded12,493 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2021
Typical for 2001 MG A7,610 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPSL 797
MakeMG
ModelA
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 9 Sep 2021 12,493 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2020 12,004 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2019 11,423 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Apr 2018 10,370 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2017 9,965 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2016 8,622 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 4 Jun 2015 6,536 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2014 4,615 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2013 3,630 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2012 1,180 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2011 84,917 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2009 84,080 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2008 33,341 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2007 82,411 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2006 80,953 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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PSL 797 is a 2001 MG A in Blue with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2001 MG A models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.9% with a typical mileage of 7,610 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 PSL 797, 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 25 years old, this MG A is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was PSL 797 registered?

PSL 797 is a 2001 MG A, first registered on 9 May 2001.

Is PSL 797 safe to buy?

The MOT history for PSL 797 shows 15 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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