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WFO 175

1996 MG A

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Nov 2020
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

82,304 mi
Last recorded82,304 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2019
Typical for 1996 MG A48,914 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWFO 175
MakeMG
ModelA
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2019 82,304 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2018 82,001 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2017 81,645 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2016 81,299 miles

Engine misfiring but not emitting excessive smoke

Offside Front Slight play in track rod end

Oil leak

Pass 8 Apr 2015 80,858 miles

Oil leak

Pass 7 Apr 2014 80,266 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2013 79,622 miles

slight play in near side front stub bush

Pass 23 Apr 2012 79,555 miles

engine has slight oil leak

Fail 23 Apr 2012 79,555 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

engine has slight oil leak

Pass 5 May 2011 78,733 miles
Pass 7 May 2010 77,905 miles

slight play in near side front stub pin

Pass 8 May 2009 77,256 miles
Pass 28 May 2008 76,691 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2007 76,006 miles
Pass 18 May 2006 75,769 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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WFO 175 is a 1996 MG A in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 1996 MG A models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.4% with a typical mileage of 48,914 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 WFO 175, 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 30 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 WFO 175?

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What year was WFO 175 registered?

WFO 175 is a 1996 MG A, first registered on 13 September 1996.

Is WFO 175 safe to buy?

The MOT history for WFO 175 shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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