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583 GKE

1981 MG A

White Petrol 1500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Nov 2024
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

12,815 mi
Last recorded12,815 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2023
Typical for 1981 MG A12,815 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration583 GKE
MakeMG
ModelA
Year1981
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,500cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2023 12,815 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2018 12,662 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2016 12,619 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2014 12,597 miles

slight play in offside front trunion

Pass 10 Aug 2012 12,524 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2011 12,311 miles

slight leak on front shock absorbers

slight play in o/s/f upper trunnion

Pass 29 Jun 2010 12,021 miles

advise oil leak

advise oil leak from osr axle

advise some play in front lower trunions greased up for mot test

Fail 29 Jun 2010 12,021 miles

Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

advise oil leak

advise oil leak from osr axle

advise some play in front lower trunions greased up for mot test

Pass 27 Jun 2009 11,471 miles
Pass 29 May 2008 11,326 miles

advise slight play in osf king pin and trunion ok after grease up at time of test

Pass 21 Jun 2007 11,166 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2006 11,040 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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583 GKE is a 1981 MG A in White with a 1,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 1981 MG A models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.9% with a typical mileage of 12,815 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 583 GKE, 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 45 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 583 GKE?

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What year was 583 GKE registered?

583 GKE is a 1981 MG A, first registered on 1 April 1981.

Is 583 GKE safe to buy?

The MOT history for 583 GKE shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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