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YSJ 951

1981 MG A

Green Petrol 1622cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 May 2015
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

7,056 mi
Last recorded7,056 miles
Recorded on12 May 2014
Typical for 1981 MG A12,815 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYSJ 951
MakeMG
ModelA
Year1981
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,622cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 May 2014 7,056 miles
Fail 12 May 2014 7,056 miles

Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

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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YSJ 951 is a 1981 MG A in Green with a 1,622cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1981 MG A models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.9% with a typical mileage of 12,815 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 YSJ 951, 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 45 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 YSJ 951?

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What year was YSJ 951 registered?

YSJ 951 is a 1981 MG A, first registered on 20 October 1981.

Is YSJ 951 safe to buy?

The MOT history for YSJ 951 shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YSJ 951 have outstanding finance?

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