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SSU 804

1989 MG A

Yellow Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jul 2018
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

72,054 mi
Last recorded72,054 miles
Recorded on5 Jul 2017
Typical for 1989 MG A26,043 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSSU 804
MakeMG
ModelA
Year1989
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 5 Jul 2017 72,054 miles

Offside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

slight oil leak engine area.

Pass 12 Jul 2016 72,016 miles

Offside Front Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 24 Apr 2015 71,801 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2014 71,661 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2013 71,311 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2012 71,200 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2010 71,020 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2009 70,857 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2008 70,646 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

fuel cap seal in poor condition

slight imbalence to rear rise and fall

slight oil leak to steering rack

Pass 15 Feb 2007 70,577 miles

inner sills getting low

various bushes perishing

various oil leaks

Pass 14 Jul 2006 70,368 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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SSU 804 is a 1989 MG A in Yellow with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1989 MG A models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.3% with a typical mileage of 26,043 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 SSU 804, 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 37 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 SSU 804?

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What year was SSU 804 registered?

SSU 804 is a 1989 MG A, first registered on 1 May 1989.

Is SSU 804 safe to buy?

The MOT history for SSU 804 shows 11 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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