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XSV 818

1990 MG A

White Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jun 2018
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

95,596 mi
Last recorded95,596 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2017
Typical for 1990 MG A24,246 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXSV 818
MakeMG
ModelA
Year1990
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2017 95,596 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2016 94,746 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2015 94,021 miles

Rear Fuel hose slightly damaged (7.2.2)

Pass 19 Feb 2013 92,723 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2008 92,636 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2007 92,493 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2006 92,297 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2006 92,297 miles

Offside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 12 Aug 2005 91,898 miles

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 818 is a 1990 MG A in White with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 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 XSV 818, 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 XSV 818?

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What year was XSV 818 registered?

XSV 818 is a 1990 MG A, first registered on 18 May 1990.

Is XSV 818 safe to buy?

The MOT history for XSV 818 shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does XSV 818 have outstanding finance?

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