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USU 394

1990 MG A

White Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Jul 2027
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

26,017 mi
Last recorded26,017 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2026
Typical for 1990 MG A24,246 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUSU 394
MakeMG
ModelA
Year1990
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 19 Jun 2026 26,017 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2025 25,915 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2023 25,495 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2021 34,928 miles
Pass 15 May 2020 24,736 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2019 24,325 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive gearbox plus rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Jun 2017 23,536 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2016 24,040 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2014 22,090 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2012 21,382 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2010 20,443 miles

Oil leak

Pass 1 Aug 2009 20,335 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2008 19,704 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2007 19,655 miles
Pass 27 May 2006 19,299 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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USU 394 is a 1990 MG A in White with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1990 MG A models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.4% with a typical mileage of 24,246 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 USU 394, 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 36 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 USU 394?

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What year was USU 394 registered?

USU 394 is a 1990 MG A, first registered on 11 April 1990.

Is USU 394 safe to buy?

The MOT history for USU 394 shows 15 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does USU 394 have outstanding finance?

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