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XSU 149

1990 MG A

Red Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 May 2022
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

20,914 mi
Last recorded20,914 miles
Recorded on10 May 2021
Typical for 1990 MG A24,246 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXSU 149
MakeMG
ModelA
Year1990
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 May 2021 20,914 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 10 May 2021 20,914 miles

Brake fluid contaminated (1.8 (a))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 9 Oct 2012 16,554 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 9 Oct 2012 16,554 miles

Nearside Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 11 Apr 2012 16,498 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 1 Jun 2009 16,340 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2008 16,317 miles
Pass 31 May 2006 15,958 miles

Slight corrosion on all brake discs. †Slight gas leaks from exhaust joints

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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XSU 149 is a 1990 MG A in Red with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 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 XSU 149, 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 XSU 149?

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What year was XSU 149 registered?

XSU 149 is a 1990 MG A, first registered on 24 July 1990.

Is XSU 149 safe to buy?

The MOT history for XSU 149 shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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