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238 MTA

1980 MG A

White Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Apr 2016
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

12,079 mi
Last recorded12,079 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2015
Typical for 1980 MG A27,542 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration238 MTA
MakeMG
ModelA
Year1980
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Fail 28 Apr 2015 12,079 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

o/s rear axle support strap split

Pass 28 Apr 2015 12,079 miles

o/s rear axle support strap split

Pass 27 Jun 2012 11,920 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 5 Jul 2011 11,787 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 29 Jun 2010 11,611 miles

Nearside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

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

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

Pass 24 Jun 2009 10,707 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2006 10,346 miles

inbalance on rear brakes . o/s lower

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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238 MTA is a 1980 MG A in White with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1980 MG A models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.7% with a typical mileage of 27,542 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 238 MTA, 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 46 years old, this MG A is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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How do I check the history of 238 MTA?

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What year was 238 MTA registered?

238 MTA is a 1980 MG A, first registered on 26 August 1980.

Is 238 MTA safe to buy?

The MOT history for 238 MTA shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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