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UAS 916

2003 MG A

Red Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 May 2016
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

57,802 mi
Last recorded57,802 miles
Recorded on13 May 2015
Typical for 2003 MG A5,866 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUAS 916
MakeMG
ModelA
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc
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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 May 2015 57,802 miles
Pass 20 May 2014 57,782 miles

wiper rubbers are split still clearing screen

Pass 10 May 2013 57,648 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

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

Pass 23 May 2012 57,600 miles

Slight play in offside steering rack mounting.

Pass 19 May 2011 57,481 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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

small corrosion holes n/s/r inner sill

Fail 13 May 2010 57,277 miles

Centre Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

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

Pass 13 May 2010 57,277 miles

Offside Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Pass 12 May 2009 56,818 miles
Fail 12 May 2009 56,818 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Fail 15 May 2008 56,291 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 15 May 2008 56,291 miles

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

Pass 17 May 2007 55,921 miles
Pass 22 May 2006 55,472 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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UAS 916 is a 2003 MG A in Red with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 2003 MG A models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.2% with a typical mileage of 5,866 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 UAS 916, 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 23 years old, this MG A is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was UAS 916 registered?

UAS 916 is a 2003 MG A, first registered on 1 May 2003.

Is UAS 916 safe to buy?

The MOT history for UAS 916 shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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