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YSU 186

1990 MG A

Blue Petrol 1622cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Sep 2018
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

54,699 mi
Last recorded54,699 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2017
Typical for 1990 MG A24,246 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYSU 186
MakeMG
ModelA
Year1990
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,622cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2017 54,699 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2016 54,395 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2015 54,277 miles

Both front and offside rear suspension arms slight leak.

Nearside Rear hub seal slight leak.

Various oil leaks.

Fail 21 Jul 2015 54,273 miles

Nearside Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Offside Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Offside Rear Leaf spring to axle securing bolt insecure front bolt (2.4.B.7b)

Both front and offside rear suspension arms slight leak.

Nearside Rear hub seal slight leak.

Various oil leaks.

Pass 14 Jul 2014 53,048 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2014 53,028 miles

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

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 28 Jun 2013 52,180 miles

Nearside Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Rear Lower Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Nearside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Offside Rear Lower Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Fail 6 Jun 2012 51,368 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 6 Jun 2012 51,368 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2011 49,251 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 12 Jul 2010 47,503 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2010 47,327 miles

Nearside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

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

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

Pass 29 Jun 2009 47,104 miles
Pass 16 May 2008 45,834 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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YSU 186 is a 1990 MG A in Blue with a 1,622cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1990 MG A models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.4% with a typical mileage of 24,246 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 YSU 186, 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 36 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 YSU 186?

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What year was YSU 186 registered?

YSU 186 is a 1990 MG A, first registered on 19 July 1990.

Is YSU 186 safe to buy?

The MOT history for YSU 186 shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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