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USU 359

1989 MG Mga

Red Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jun 2013
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

8,844 mi
Last recorded8,844 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2012
Typical for 1989 MG Mga6,843 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUSU 359
MakeMG
ModelMga
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc
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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2012 8,844 miles
Fail 21 May 2012 8,843 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

Oil leak

Pass 14 Aug 2010 8,842 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2010 8,842 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 21 Jun 2009 8,769 miles

dampness to clutch flexi pipe

handbrake travel high

movement to both front wheel bearings

roughness to both rear wheels

various oil leaks

Pass 3 Jul 2008 8,717 miles

Movement to offside front hub

clutch slave cylinder flexi pipe damp

slight dampness to rear diff

Pass 30 Jun 2007 8,589 miles

Dampness to clutch slave cylinder flexi pipe

Dampness to rear diff

Engine/gearbox oil leaks

Slight play to O/S/F wheel hub

Pass 24 Jun 2006 8,266 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

How Reliable is the MG Mga?

Based on 3,780 MOT tests across 451 vehicles.

85.3%
Pass Rate
340
Miles/Year
70
Year Lifespan
451
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp not working 65
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 58
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 46
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 46
brake binding 42
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USU 359 is a 1989 MG Mga in Red with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1989 MG Mga models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.0% with a typical mileage of 6,843 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 Mga fails its MOT is stop lamp not working, accounting for 65 recorded failures. If you're considering buying USU 359, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG Mga typically stays on UK roads for around 70 years. At 37 years old, this MG Mga is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of USU 359?

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What year was USU 359 registered?

USU 359 is a 1989 MG Mga, first registered on 20 December 1989.

Is USU 359 safe to buy?

The MOT history for USU 359 shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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