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WAS 117

2003 MG A

White Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 May 2019
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

7,599 mi
Last recorded7,599 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2018
Typical for 2003 MG A5,866 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWAS 117
MakeMG
ModelA
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2018 7,599 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2017 6,356 miles
Pass 7 May 2016 5,866 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2015 3,402 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2014 3,111 miles

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

nearside headlamp slightly dull

slight imbalance on rear brakes-offside working better

Pass 3 May 2013 2,729 miles

slight movement in nearside and offside lower trunnions

slight movement in top of steering column

Fail 30 Apr 2013 2,722 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Position lamp switch does not illuminate the front and rear position lamps with a single operation (1.1.A.2)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

slight movement in nearside and offside lower trunnions

slight movement in top of steering column

Pass 24 Apr 2012 2,434 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2011 1,602 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2011 1,602 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 4 Jun 2009 1,421 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2008 1,104 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2007 955 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2006 303 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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WAS 117 is a 2003 MG A in White with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2003 MG A models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.2% with a typical mileage of 5,866 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 WAS 117, 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 23 years old, this MG A is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was WAS 117 registered?

WAS 117 is a 2003 MG A, first registered on 28 July 2003.

Is WAS 117 safe to buy?

The MOT history for WAS 117 shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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