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XSV 921

1990 MG A

White Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Mar 2027
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

23,683 mi
Last recorded23,683 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2026
Typical for 1990 MG A24,246 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXSV 921
MakeMG
ModelA
Year1990
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2026 23,683 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 10 Mar 2026 23,680 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

Nearside Front Upper Axle king pin so loose it is likely to affect directional stability Requires greasing (5.1.2 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Upper Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Mar 2025 23,503 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play Both sides (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Mar 2024 23,269 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Mar 2023 22,948 miles

Front Brake hose slightly chafed Both (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective Both sides (3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Mar 2022 22,685 miles

Brake hose slightly chafed both front (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive engine and transmission slight (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen wiper blade defective both front (3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 8 Mar 2022 22,684 miles

Steering rack insecure all bolts for component are lose (2.1.3 (a) (i))

Brake hose slightly chafed both front (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive engine and transmission slight (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen wiper blade defective both front (3.4 (b) (i))

evidence of both front tyres fouling a part of the vehicle but not at time of test

Pass 19 Mar 2021 22,225 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2019 22,044 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2018 21,003 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Oct 2017 20,138 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2016 19,025 miles

Offside Front Lower swivel slight wear

Pass 27 Sep 2012 14,940 miles

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

Washer jets poor

Pass 23 Sep 2011 13,748 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a upper wishbone bearing (2.5.B.1a)

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

Pass 21 Sep 2010 12,841 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2009 12,193 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2008 11,371 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2007 11,228 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2006 10,586 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 921 is a 1990 MG A in White with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 921, 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 921 registered?

XSV 921 is a 1990 MG A, first registered on 11 July 1990.

Is XSV 921 safe to buy?

The MOT history for XSV 921 shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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