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WSV 109

1985 MG A

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jun 2018
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

14,358 mi
Last recorded14,358 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2017
Typical for 1985 MG A7,954 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWSV 109
MakeMG
ModelA
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2017 14,358 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre joint (7.1.2)

Slight noise OSF wheel bearing

Fail 21 Jun 2017 14,350 miles

Brake performance not tested Due to binding rear wheels (3.7.A.1)

Brake relay lever has restricted free movement Handbrake cable compensator seized (3.5.1k)

rear brake binding Both rear brakes (3.7.B.1)

Coolant leak ()

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre joint (7.1.2)

Slight noise OSF wheel bearing

Pass 10 Jul 2009 12,635 miles

Brake pedal actuating linkage has slight wear in the eye of a brake stationary pivot (3.3.A.1g)

Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

exhaust blowing at front and also slightly at centre union

nearside rear brake binding slightly

slight rear brake imbalance

steering wheel has slight play between one spoke/rim

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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WSV 109 is a 1985 MG A in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1985 MG A models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.9% with a typical mileage of 7,954 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 WSV 109, 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 41 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 WSV 109?

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What year was WSV 109 registered?

WSV 109 is a 1985 MG A, first registered on 11 July 1985.

Is WSV 109 safe to buy?

The MOT history for WSV 109 shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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