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SSU 718

1989 MG Mga

Red Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 May 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

30,585 mi
Last recorded30,585 miles
Recorded on21 May 2025
Typical for 1989 MG Mga6,843 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSSU 718
MakeMG
ModelMga
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 May 2025 30,585 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear both leaf springs corroding

Pass 13 Jun 2017 30,585 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2016 30,585 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2015 30,585 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2014 30,585 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2014 30,585 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

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

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

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

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing (2.7.2a)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Oil leak

Pass 13 Jun 2013 30,585 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2012 30,585 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2011 30,585 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2010 30,585 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2009 30,585 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2008 30,585 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2007 30,585 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2006 35,748 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2005 30,585 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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SSU 718 is a 1989 MG Mga in Red with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 SSU 718, 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.

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What year was SSU 718 registered?

SSU 718 is a 1989 MG Mga, first registered on 21 March 1989.

Is SSU 718 safe to buy?

The MOT history for SSU 718 shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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