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VSJ 552

1998 MG A

White Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Aug 2013
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

79,096 mi
Last recorded79,096 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2012
Typical for 1998 MG A20,521 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVSJ 552
MakeMG
ModelA
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2012 79,096 miles

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Fail 9 Aug 2012 79,081 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 19 Jul 2011 78,878 miles

slight sign of leak from offside rear back plate

Pass 16 Aug 2010 78,890 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2009 78,410 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2008 78,247 miles

Nearside Front Steering column shaft has slight end float (2.1.3)

Pass 7 Jun 2007 78,028 miles
Pass 4 May 2006 87,029 miles

Centre Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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 552 is a 1998 MG A in White with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1998 MG A models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.0% with a typical mileage of 20,521 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 VSJ 552, 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 28 years old, this MG A is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of VSJ 552?

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What year was VSJ 552 registered?

VSJ 552 is a 1998 MG A, first registered on 1 November 1998.

Is VSJ 552 safe to buy?

The MOT history for VSJ 552 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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