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VSY 184

1997 MG Mga

Blue Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 May 2027
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

9,024 mi
Last recorded9,024 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2026
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVSY 184
MakeMG
ModelMga
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2026 9,024 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2025 8,885 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2024 8,665 miles
Pass 3 May 2023 8,472 miles
Pass 31 May 2022 8,365 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2021 8,199 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2020 8,054 miles
Pass 29 May 2019 7,845 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2018 7,416 miles
Pass 9 May 2017 7,186 miles
Pass 9 May 2016 6,856 miles

Centre Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Fail 9 May 2016 6,856 miles

Centre Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Pass 3 Jun 2015 6,479 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2014 6,078 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2013 5,555 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2012 4,995 miles

Offside rear side of axle leaking gear oil

Pass 7 Jun 2011 3,551 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2010 2,579 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 13 May 2009 1,076 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2008 877 miles

slight play in bottom trunions.

Pass 1 Jun 2007 189 miles
Pass 19 May 2006 188 miles

How Reliable is the MG Mga?

Based on 3,780 MOT tests across 451 vehicles.

85.3%
Pass Rate
340
Miles/Year
70
Year Lifespan
451
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp not working 65
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 58
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 46
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 46
brake binding 42
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VSY 184 is a 1997 MG Mga in Blue with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

The most common reason a MG Mga fails its MOT is stop lamp not working, accounting for 65 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VSY 184, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG Mga typically stays on UK roads for around 70 years. At 29 years old, this MG Mga is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of VSY 184?

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What year was VSY 184 registered?

VSY 184 is a 1997 MG Mga, first registered on 1 May 1997.

Is VSY 184 safe to buy?

The MOT history for VSY 184 shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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