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YDU 56

1995 MG A

Red Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jul 2019
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

47,554 mi
Last recorded47,554 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2018
Typical for 1995 MG A14,960 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYDU 56
MakeMG
ModelA
Year1995
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2018 47,554 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 31 Jul 2017 47,464 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2015 47,331 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2014 47,164 miles

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 16 Jul 2014 47,164 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2013 47,076 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2013 47,076 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Near Side Front Tyre Cracking

Near Side Rear Tyre cracking

Off Side Rear Tyre cracking

Oil leak

Pass 24 May 2012 47,021 miles

front tyres are cracking

Pass 3 Jun 2011 46,962 miles

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

Oil leak

both front tyre rubber compound starting to crack

Pass 1 Jun 2010 46,839 miles
Pass 12 May 2009 46,712 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2007 46,657 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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YDU 56 is a 1995 MG A in Red with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1995 MG A models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.1% with a typical mileage of 14,960 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 YDU 56, 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 31 years old, this MG A is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of YDU 56?

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What year was YDU 56 registered?

YDU 56 is a 1995 MG A, first registered on 7 August 1995.

Is YDU 56 safe to buy?

The MOT history for YDU 56 shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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