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YVS 408

1993 MG A

White Petrol 1489cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Apr 2013
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

45,869 mi
Last recorded45,869 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2012
Typical for 1993 MG A22,515 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYVS 408
MakeMG
ModelA
Year1993
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,489cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 27 Mar 2012 45,869 miles

Offside front and both rear tyres perished on side walls

Pass 25 Mar 2011 45,780 miles

ALL TYRES CRACKS ON SIDE WALLS

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

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

Pass 24 Mar 2010 45,769 miles

Small cracks on side walls of o/s/f and both rear tyres

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

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

Pass 31 Mar 2009 45,738 miles

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

small cracks on side walls of all tyres

wiper blades starting to split

Pass 2 Apr 2008 45,710 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2007 45,507 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2006 45,466 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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YVS 408 is a 1993 MG A in White with a 1,489cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1993 MG A models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.0% with a typical mileage of 22,515 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 YVS 408, 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 33 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 YVS 408?

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What year was YVS 408 registered?

YVS 408 is a 1993 MG A, first registered on 20 April 1993.

Is YVS 408 safe to buy?

The MOT history for YVS 408 shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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