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294 HAJ

1978 MG A

Red Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Oct 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

72,384 mi
Last recorded72,384 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2017
Typical for 1978 MG A17,183 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

Registration294 HAJ
MakeMG
ModelA
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Oct 2017 72,384 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2016 72,384 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2015 72,284 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2014 72,244 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2013 72,202 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2012 72,147 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2011 72,115 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2010 72,049 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2009 71,972 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2008 71,935 miles

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 9 Oct 2008 71,935 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2007 71,908 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2006 71,859 miles

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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294 HAJ is a 1978 MG A in Red with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 1978 MG A models, the average MOT pass rate is 92.4% with a typical mileage of 17,183 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 294 HAJ, 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 48 years old, this MG A is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of 294 HAJ?

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What year was 294 HAJ registered?

294 HAJ is a 1978 MG A, first registered on 1 July 1978.

Is 294 HAJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for 294 HAJ shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does 294 HAJ have outstanding finance?

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