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VSJ 202

1999 MG A

Blue Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 May 2023
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

58,018 mi
Last recorded58,018 miles
Recorded on9 May 2022
Typical for 1999 MG A16,020 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVSJ 202
MakeMG
ModelA
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 May 2022 58,018 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2022 58,018 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 16 Apr 2019 57,570 miles

all underbody undersealrd

Fail 5 Apr 2019 57,569 miles

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements both rear foot brake (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

all underbody undersealrd

Pass 23 Apr 2018 57,102 miles
Pass 13 May 2016 56,880 miles
Fail 13 May 2016 56,880 miles

Offside Rear wheel cylinder leaking (3.6.A.1)

Fail 6 May 2016 56,876 miles

Nearside front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

Offside Rear brake drum contaminated by brake fluid fluid dripping from back plate and drum (3.5.1h)

Offside front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

rear brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

No outer door handle's fitted to either side

Pass 27 Sep 2014 56,538 miles

oil at offside drum brake

Pass 3 May 2013 54,039 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2008 51,959 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2006 51,882 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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VSJ 202 is a 1999 MG A in Blue with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1999 MG A models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.9% with a typical mileage of 16,020 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 VSJ 202, 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 27 years old, this MG A is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VSJ 202 registered?

VSJ 202 is a 1999 MG A, first registered on 1 November 1999.

Is VSJ 202 safe to buy?

The MOT history for VSJ 202 shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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