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WSU 940

1990 MG A

Red Petrol 1500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Mar 2015
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

2,017 mi
Last recorded2,017 miles
Recorded on6 Mar 2014
Typical for 1990 MG A24,246 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWSU 940
MakeMG
ModelA
Year1990
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,500cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Mar 2014 2,017 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2011 1,178 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 7 Jul 2010 36 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2010 12 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Centre Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)

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

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

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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WSU 940 is a 1990 MG A in Red with a 1,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1990 MG A models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.4% with a typical mileage of 24,246 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 WSU 940, 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 36 years old, this MG A is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of WSU 940?

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What year was WSU 940 registered?

WSU 940 is a 1990 MG A, first registered on 8 February 1990.

Is WSU 940 safe to buy?

The MOT history for WSU 940 shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does WSU 940 have outstanding finance?

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