what is an MA, please?

 

in what context?

at the dealer.. Motoring Advisor [the salesperson who you bought your MINI from]

 

that would be the context...thanks

 

Why not - let's list just a few more:

SA: Service Advisor
ASC: Anti Skid Control (traction control, like ABS in reverse)
DSC: Dynamic Skid Control (stability control, until the limits of physics are reached, helps keep car under control)
ABS: Anti Lock Braking
LSD: In automotive context, Limited Slip Differential: Provides power to both front wheels instead of just one. Assists in acceleration and handling.

MC: Mini Cooper (non-S)
MCS: Mini Cooper S
MCSa: Mini Cooper S automatic
MCa: Mini Cooper automatic
MCC: Mini Cooper Convertible
MCSC: Mini Cooper S

How'd I do? More? (Mini-related, natch)

 

See https://www.northamericanmotoring.co...ad.php?t=43877 for a very complete listing.

No need to reinvent this wheel.

 

And this sticky ought to be helpful to you as well

https://www.northamericanmotoring.co...ad.php?t=55819

It's got some general MINI information, as well as generation specific information

 

Cabriolet!