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VSU 657

1989 MG Mga

White Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Oct 2024
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

8,275 mi
Last recorded8,275 miles
Recorded on6 Oct 2023
Typical for 1989 MG Mga6,843 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this MG
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVSU 657
MakeMG
ModelMga
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Oct 2023 8,275 miles
Pass 28 May 2021 8,252 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

near side traniean boot split

Pass 19 Oct 2017 7,808 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2016 7,616 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2011 7,602 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2011 7,602 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Rear Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (3.6.A.1)

Pass 22 Aug 2007 7,596 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2006 7,384 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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VSU 657 is a 1989 MG Mga in White with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 VSU 657, 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 VSU 657?

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What year was VSU 657 registered?

VSU 657 is a 1989 MG Mga, first registered on 20 December 1989.

Is VSU 657 safe to buy?

The MOT history for VSU 657 shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VSU 657 have outstanding finance?

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