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TWP 159

1992 MG A

White Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Aug 2024
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

52,259 mi
Last recorded52,259 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2023
Typical for 1992 MG A12,208 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTWP 159
MakeMG
ModelA
Year1992
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Aug 2023 52,259 miles

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

Pass 5 Aug 2022 51,565 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 12 Jul 2021 51,258 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective Seal split (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Leaf spring shackle pin or bush excessively worn Front of spring fouling chassis (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Leaf spring shackle pin or bush excessively worn Front of spring fouling chassis (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Road wheel fixing loose Movement relative to brake drum (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

Pass 16 Jun 2017 50,707 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2016 50,694 miles
Pass 13 May 2015 49,615 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2014 49,554 miles

damp at fuel pump

Pass 7 Jun 2013 49,508 miles

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 9 Sep 2011 48,351 miles

advise slight play steering column

Pass 20 Jul 2010 48,290 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2009 47,609 miles
Pass 15 May 2008 46,470 miles
Fail 14 May 2008 46,466 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Offside Headlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Track rod end ball pin shank loose (2.2.B.1c)

Pass 20 Jun 2006 43,431 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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TWP 159 is a 1992 MG A in White with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1992 MG A models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.2% with a typical mileage of 12,208 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 TWP 159, 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 34 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 TWP 159 registered?

TWP 159 is a 1992 MG A, first registered on 24 April 1992.

Is TWP 159 safe to buy?

The MOT history for TWP 159 shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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