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SSU 954

1989 MG A

Green Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Feb 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

35,285 mi
Last recorded35,285 miles
Recorded on2 Feb 2018
Typical for 1989 MG A26,043 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSSU 954
MakeMG
ModelA
Year1989
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc
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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Feb 2018 35,285 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2017 34,344 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2015 33,960 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2014 32,699 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2013 31,945 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2012 30,786 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2011 29,770 miles

Oil leak

front brake discs slightly pitted

Pass 1 Oct 2010 28,696 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2010 28,681 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

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)

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 4 Sep 2009 26,190 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2008 24,848 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2008 24,837 miles

Nearside Outer Front Brake pad(s) insecure (3.5.1g)

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)

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

Pass 28 Sep 2007 23,731 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2006 22,377 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2005 20,424 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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SSU 954 is a 1989 MG A in Green with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 1989 MG A models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.3% with a typical mileage of 26,043 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 SSU 954, 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 37 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 SSU 954?

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What year was SSU 954 registered?

SSU 954 is a 1989 MG A, first registered on 24 November 1989.

Is SSU 954 safe to buy?

The MOT history for SSU 954 shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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