You are right about how long the originals last. Three reasons to fit S/S are looks, performance (less back pressure) and SOUND! And of course because you want one.
Richard
1.8i Mk2 Solar Red, 16 inch square spoke wheels, MGFMania hood with zip-in glass rear window, DRLs, Kmaps ECU, Pipercross panel air filter, MGOC Supersports back box & some cockpit bling