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WSJ 543

1990 MG Mga

Black Petrol 1622cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Apr 2017
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

2,213 mi
Last recorded2,213 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2016
Typical for 1990 MG Mga17,204 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWSJ 543
MakeMG
ModelMga
Year1990
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,622cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2016 2,213 miles

play in rack

Fail 9 Apr 2016 2,213 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

play in rack

Pass 5 Jun 2014 1,623 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

headlights dim

nearside rear brake recording little effort, however still locks

offside front trackrod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated

offside front trackrod end has play

offside rear hub oil seal leaking

rear differential front oil sealing leaking slightly

Fail 5 Jun 2014 1,623 miles

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

headlights dim

nearside rear brake recording little effort, however still locks

offside front trackrod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated

offside front trackrod end has play

offside rear hub oil seal leaking

rear differential front oil sealing leaking slightly

Pass 16 Jul 2011 535 miles

Drag on n/s/f wheel

Fuel and brake pipes rusty

Inbalances front brakes

Pass 12 Jun 2010 99,603 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2009 98,211 miles

Inbalance front brake 25%

Pass 4 Jun 2008 97,035 miles

Slight blow at rear joint in exhaust system

Slight play in offside front wheel bearing

Slight play in steering rack

Windscreen wipers poor

Pass 3 May 2007 96,216 miles

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

Pass 12 May 2006 95,592 miles
Pass 5 May 2005 94,638 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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WSJ 543 is a 1990 MG Mga in Black with a 1,622cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1990 MG Mga models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.2% with a typical mileage of 17,204 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 WSJ 543, 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 36 years old, this MG Mga is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was WSJ 543 registered?

WSJ 543 is a 1990 MG Mga, first registered on 14 May 1990.

Is WSJ 543 safe to buy?

The MOT history for WSJ 543 shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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