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3016 MG

1989 MG Mga

Blue Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Nov 2023
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

5,047 mi
Last recorded5,047 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2022
Typical for 1989 MG Mga6,843 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration3016 MG
MakeMG
ModelMga
Year1989
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Nov 2022 5,047 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2021 4,902 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2020 4,670 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2018 4,264 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2017 3,944 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2016 3,245 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2015 2,814 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2014 2,030 miles

Oil leak

Pass 3 Apr 2007 1,982 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2007 1,982 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 21 Mar 2006 1,929 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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3016 MG is a 1989 MG Mga in Blue with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 1989 MG Mga models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.0% with a typical mileage of 6,843 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 3016 MG, 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 37 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 3016 MG?

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What year was 3016 MG registered?

3016 MG is a 1989 MG Mga, first registered on 7 March 1989.

Is 3016 MG safe to buy?

The MOT history for 3016 MG shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does 3016 MG have outstanding finance?

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