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YSL 855

2001 MG A

Red Petrol 1622cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Apr 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

7,465 mi
Last recorded7,465 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2026
Typical for 2001 MG A7,610 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYSL 855
MakeMG
ModelA
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,622cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2026 7,465 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2024 7,418 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2024 7,418 miles

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))

Pass 7 Apr 2023 7,381 miles
Pass 13 May 2022 7,246 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2021 6,978 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2020 6,813 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2018 6,324 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2017 5,865 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2016 5,653 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2015 5,181 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2014 4,648 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2013 4,126 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2012 3,272 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2011 2,800 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2010 2,262 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2009 1,726 miles

Oil leak

Pass 26 Jul 2008 1,235 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2007 1,168 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2006 990 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2006 989 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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 855 is a 2001 MG A in Red with a 1,622cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 855, 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 855?

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What year was YSL 855 registered?

YSL 855 is a 2001 MG A, first registered on 1 September 2001.

Is YSL 855 safe to buy?

The MOT history for YSL 855 shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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