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XSV 741

1990 MG A

Green Petrol 1500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Mar 2018
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

12,965 mi
Last recorded12,965 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2017
Typical for 1990 MG A24,246 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXSV 741
MakeMG
ModelA
Year1990
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,500cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Mar 2017 12,965 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2017 12,947 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle 46% n/s low (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 165/15 (4.1.E.1)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle 76% n/s low (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 2 Sep 2010 11,883 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2009 11,560 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2009 11,560 miles

Nearside rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 21 Jul 2008 11,217 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2007 10,731 miles
Pass 11 May 2006 10,302 miles
Fail 10 May 2006 10,302 miles

An item not tested (Manual)

Fuel cap/sealing device mounting flange/sealing method defective (7.2.4c)

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Fuel tank leaking (7.2.3)

Indicator tell tale missing (1.4.A.2a)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

battery insecure

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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XSV 741 is a 1990 MG A in Green with a 1,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 XSV 741, 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

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What year was XSV 741 registered?

XSV 741 is a 1990 MG A, first registered on 18 September 1990.

Is XSV 741 safe to buy?

The MOT history for XSV 741 shows 9 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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