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PSU 500

1990 MG A

Red Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Dec 2020
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

19,451 mi
Last recorded19,451 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2019
Typical for 1990 MG A24,246 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPSU 500
MakeMG
ModelA
Year1990
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2019 19,451 miles
Pass 15 May 2018 18,325 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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

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

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 19 Apr 2017 17,358 miles

Central Rear exhaust mounting broken-still adequately supported

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 7 Apr 2016 16,573 miles
Pass 21 May 2015 16,216 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2014 15,082 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2013 14,091 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2012 12,649 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2011 11,567 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2010 10,327 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2009 9,245 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2008 8,053 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2007 7,293 miles

slight play in steering column

Pass 29 Nov 2005 5,830 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2005 5,825 miles

Fuel tank leaking (7.2.3)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Windscreen washer control missing (8.2.1a)

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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PSU 500 is a 1990 MG A in Red with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 1990 MG A models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.4% with a typical mileage of 24,246 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 PSU 500, 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 36 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 PSU 500?

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What year was PSU 500 registered?

PSU 500 is a 1990 MG A, first registered on 11 September 1990.

Is PSU 500 safe to buy?

The MOT history for PSU 500 shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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