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SSJ 862

1999 MG A

Green Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 May 2018
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

55,082 mi
Last recorded55,082 miles
Recorded on31 May 2017
Typical for 1999 MG A16,020 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSSJ 862
MakeMG
ModelA
Year1999
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 May 2017 55,082 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2015 54,931 miles
Pass 6 May 2014 54,351 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2014 54,343 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 18 Apr 2013 53,174 miles

o/s/f brake binding slightly ? pads getting low ;

Pass 23 Apr 2012 52,844 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2011 49,649 miles

O/s front brake sticking slightly

Fail 27 Apr 2011 49,649 miles

Nearside Brake clevis joint has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

O/s front brake sticking slightly

Offside Brake clevis joint has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Pass 28 Aug 2009 49,458 miles

slight leak at n/s/r hub ? poss gear oil ' brake shoes not contaminated '

Pass 10 May 2008 48,794 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2007 47,220 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2006 46,728 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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SSJ 862 is a 1999 MG A in Green with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1999 MG A models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.9% with a typical mileage of 16,020 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 SSJ 862, 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 27 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 SSJ 862 registered?

SSJ 862 is a 1999 MG A, first registered on 4 March 1999.

Is SSJ 862 safe to buy?

The MOT history for SSJ 862 shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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