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YFF 578

1995 MG A

Red Petrol 1622cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Aug 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

18,721 mi
Last recorded18,721 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2017
Typical for 1995 MG A14,960 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYFF 578
MakeMG
ModelA
Year1995
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,622cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2017 18,721 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2016 17,139 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2015 15,563 miles
Pass 28 May 2014 13,919 miles
Pass 30 May 2013 13,759 miles
Pass 22 May 2012 12,108 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

o/s/r backing plate is damp .poss leak

Fail 16 May 2012 12,104 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

o/s/r backing plate is damp .poss leak

Pass 27 Apr 2011 10,526 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2009 9,107 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2008 8,593 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2007 7,052 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2006 7,009 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2006 7,009 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 28 Jun 2005 6,676 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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YFF 578 is a 1995 MG A in Red with a 1,622cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 YFF 578, 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

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What year was YFF 578 registered?

YFF 578 is a 1995 MG A, first registered on 1 June 1995.

Is YFF 578 safe to buy?

The MOT history for YFF 578 shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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