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ARX 997

1938 MG Ta

Green Petrol 1292cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Mar 2013
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

39,045 mi
Last recorded39,045 miles
Recorded on7 Mar 2012
Typical for 1938 MG Ta7,420 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationARX 997
MakeMG
ModelTa
Year1938
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,292cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 7 Mar 2012 39,045 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2011 39,045 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2010 38,858 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2008 38,600 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2007 38,390 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2006 36,138 miles

How Reliable is the MG Ta?

Based on 868 MOT tests across 164 vehicles.

86.9%
Pass Rate
222
Miles/Year
90
Year Lifespan
164
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

wheel bearing has excessive play 17
Stop lamp not working 15
brake recording little or no effort 13
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 10
Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) 9
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ARX 997 is a 1938 MG Ta in Green with a 1,292cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1938 MG Ta models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.0% with a typical mileage of 7,420 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG Ta fails its MOT is wheel bearing has excessive play, accounting for 17 recorded failures. If you're considering buying ARX 997, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG Ta typically stays on UK roads for around 90 years. At 88 years old, this MG Ta is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of ARX 997?

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What year was ARX 997 registered?

ARX 997 is a 1938 MG Ta, first registered on 1 January 1938.

Is ARX 997 safe to buy?

The MOT history for ARX 997 shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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