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SFF 397

1995 MG A

Red Petrol 1622cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Apr 2027
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

17,330 mi
Last recorded17,330 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2026
Typical for 1995 MG A14,960 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSFF 397
MakeMG
ModelA
Year1995
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,622cc

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 21 Apr 2026 17,330 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2025 16,202 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2024 15,551 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2023 15,535 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2021 15,525 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2020 15,504 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2019 15,314 miles

Central Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 20 Apr 2018 15,245 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2017 15,131 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2016 15,108 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2015 15,007 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2014 14,988 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2013 14,933 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2012 14,922 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2008 14,908 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2007 14,771 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2006 13,942 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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SFF 397 is a 1995 MG A in Red with a 1,622cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1995 MG A models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.1% with a typical mileage of 14,960 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 SFF 397, 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 31 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 SFF 397?

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What year was SFF 397 registered?

SFF 397 is a 1995 MG A, first registered on 20 March 1995.

Is SFF 397 safe to buy?

The MOT history for SFF 397 shows 17 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SFF 397 have outstanding finance?

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