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VPM 527

1990 MG A

Red Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Oct 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

26,540 mi
Last recorded26,540 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2017
Typical for 1990 MG A24,246 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVPM 527
MakeMG
ModelA
Year1990
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2017 26,540 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2016 26,401 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2015 26,008 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2014 25,780 miles
Pass 31 May 2013 25,633 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2012 25,576 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2011 25,083 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2010 22,865 miles

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

Pass 2 Jun 2010 22,865 miles
Pass 21 May 2009 21,825 miles
Pass 27 May 2008 19,487 miles
Pass 29 May 2007 18,341 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2006 16,252 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2006 16,252 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension locking device missing (2.5.A.4)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Front suspension locking device missing (2.5.A.4)

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

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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VPM 527 is a 1990 MG A in Red with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 VPM 527, 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 VPM 527?

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What year was VPM 527 registered?

VPM 527 is a 1990 MG A, first registered on 1 October 1990.

Is VPM 527 safe to buy?

The MOT history for VPM 527 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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