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VVS 636

1993 MG A

Red Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Feb 2026
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

8,028 mi
Last recorded8,028 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2025
Typical for 1993 MG A22,515 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVVS 636
MakeMG
ModelA
Year1993
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2025 8,028 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2014 8,017 miles

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 18 May 2012 7,995 miles
Pass 12 May 2011 7,818 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2009 7,798 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2008 7,661 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

fuel tank damp

slight play offside of steering rack

Fail 23 Apr 2008 7,652 miles

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

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

fuel tank damp

slight play offside of steering rack

Pass 25 Apr 2007 7,133 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2006 6,610 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2006 6,602 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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VVS 636 is a 1993 MG A in Red with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1993 MG A models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.0% with a typical mileage of 22,515 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 VVS 636, 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 33 years old, this MG A is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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How do I check the history of VVS 636?

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What year was VVS 636 registered?

VVS 636 is a 1993 MG A, first registered on 1 July 1993.

Is VVS 636 safe to buy?

The MOT history for VVS 636 shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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