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YSV 429

1986 MG Mga

Red Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 May 2018
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

7,906 mi
Last recorded7,906 miles
Recorded on23 May 2017
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYSV 429
MakeMG
ModelMga
Year1986
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 May 2017 7,906 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2015 7,856 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2014 7,706 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2013 7,654 miles

Oil leak

Fail 18 Oct 2013 7,650 miles

Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

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

Front Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3) DANGEROUS

Oil leak

Pass 8 Nov 2012 7,553 miles

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

deterioration of nearside windscreen wiper blade rubber.

Pass 22 Oct 2008 7,511 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2007 7,423 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2007 7,381 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 7 Nov 2006 7,299 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2005 7,236 miles

How Reliable is the MG Mga?

Based on 3,780 MOT tests across 451 vehicles.

85.3%
Pass Rate
340
Miles/Year
70
Year Lifespan
451
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp not working 65
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 58
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 46
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 46
brake binding 42
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YSV 429 is a 1986 MG Mga in Red with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

The most common reason a MG Mga fails its MOT is stop lamp not working, accounting for 65 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YSV 429, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG Mga typically stays on UK roads for around 70 years. At 40 years old, this MG Mga is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of YSV 429?

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What year was YSV 429 registered?

YSV 429 is a 1986 MG Mga, first registered on 25 November 1986.

Is YSV 429 safe to buy?

The MOT history for YSV 429 shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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