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YSL 154

2001 MG A

Red Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Sep 2019
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

6,358 mi
Last recorded6,358 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2018
Typical for 2001 MG A7,610 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYSL 154
MakeMG
ModelA
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Aug 2018 6,358 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2017 6,017 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2016 5,544 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2015 5,207 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2014 4,564 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2013 4,219 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2012 3,776 miles

oil around nearside rear brake back plate

Pass 2 Sep 2011 3,066 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2010 2,855 miles

O/S Front tyre inner sidewall starting to deteriorate.

Pass 18 Sep 2009 2,647 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2008 2,379 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 15 Aug 2008 2,364 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 22 Aug 2007 2,196 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2006 1,897 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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YSL 154 is a 2001 MG A in Red with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 2001 MG A models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.9% with a typical mileage of 7,610 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 YSL 154, 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 25 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 YSL 154?

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What year was YSL 154 registered?

YSL 154 is a 2001 MG A, first registered on 1 August 2001.

Is YSL 154 safe to buy?

The MOT history for YSL 154 shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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