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VTK 502

1998 MG A

Blue Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Oct 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

40,199 mi
Last recorded40,199 miles
Recorded on11 Oct 2018
Typical for 1998 MG A20,521 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVTK 502
MakeMG
ModelA
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Oct 2018 40,199 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2017 36,762 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2016 36,490 miles

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Fail 7 Apr 2016 36,490 miles

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

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 11 Apr 2015 36,265 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2014 35,992 miles

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 20 Apr 2013 33,171 miles

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

brake mastercylinder has slight leak

hole in osr inner sill

Pass 12 Apr 2012 32,913 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2011 20,140 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2010 19,919 miles

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 9 Apr 2009 18,157 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2008 16,007 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2008 16,007 miles

Nearside Axle king pin has excessive play in pin and/or bush adversely affecting the steering (2.5.A.3a)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 27 Mar 2007 30,248 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2005 14,251 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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VTK 502 is a 1998 MG A in Blue with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 VTK 502, 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 VTK 502?

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What year was VTK 502 registered?

VTK 502 is a 1998 MG A, first registered on 16 July 1998.

Is VTK 502 safe to buy?

The MOT history for VTK 502 shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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