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VH 8902

1983 MG A

Blue Petrol 939cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 May 2019
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

2,646 mi
Last recorded2,646 miles
Recorded on16 May 2018
Typical for 1983 MG A15,785 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVH 8902
MakeMG
ModelA
Year1983
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine939cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 May 2018 2,646 miles

WIPERS NOT WORKING

Fail 11 May 2018 2,646 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Nearside Rear Wheel insecure (4.2.A.1c)

WIPERS NOT WORKING

Pass 4 Oct 2011 2,022 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2010 1,801 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2009 1,685 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2008 1,490 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2007 1,374 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2006 803 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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VH 8902 is a 1983 MG A in Blue with a 939cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1983 MG A models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.5% with a typical mileage of 15,785 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 VH 8902, 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 43 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 VH 8902?

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What year was VH 8902 registered?

VH 8902 is a 1983 MG A, first registered on 1 November 1983.

Is VH 8902 safe to buy?

The MOT history for VH 8902 shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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