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WFO 560

1997 MG A

Green Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Nov 2012
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

91,083 mi
Last recorded91,083 miles
Recorded on25 Oct 2011
Typical for 1997 MG A21,222 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWFO 560
MakeMG
ModelA
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Oct 2011 91,083 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2010 90,997 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2009 90,808 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2008 90,535 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2007 90,334 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

offside and nearside rear axle straps perished

Pass 17 Nov 2006 90,063 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2005 89,840 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2005 89,840 miles

Front Fuel hose leaking (7.2.3)

Rear Fuel hose leaking (7.2.3)

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Track rod end damaged but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

slight lift offside and nearside lower trunions and kingpins

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 560 is a 1997 MG A in Green with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1997 MG A models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.8% with a typical mileage of 21,222 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 560, 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 29 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 560?

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What year was WFO 560 registered?

WFO 560 is a 1997 MG A, first registered on 5 December 1997.

Is WFO 560 safe to buy?

The MOT history for WFO 560 shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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