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PVS 391

1990 MG A

Red Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Oct 2018
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

4,918 mi
Last recorded4,918 miles
Recorded on11 Oct 2017
Typical for 1990 MG A24,246 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPVS 391
MakeMG
ModelA
Year1990
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Oct 2017 4,918 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2016 4,379 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2016 4,379 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer missing (7.2.4c)

Fuel system component leaking carb (7.2.3)

Nearside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

rear parking (secondary) brakes imbalanced (3.7.B.6b)

Nearside Front Brake pipe modified but not seriously weakened (3.6.A.3)

Pass 22 Oct 2014 3,387 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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PVS 391 is a 1990 MG A in Red with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 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 PVS 391, 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 PVS 391?

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What year was PVS 391 registered?

PVS 391 is a 1990 MG A, first registered on 26 April 1990.

Is PVS 391 safe to buy?

The MOT history for PVS 391 shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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