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BAS 571

1981 MG A

Red Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Nov 2011
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

19,667 mi
Last recorded19,667 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2010
Typical for 1981 MG A12,815 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBAS 571
MakeMG
ModelA
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 13 Nov 2010 19,667 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2009 19,480 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2007 19,136 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2006 18,887 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2005 18,099 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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BAS 571 is a 1981 MG A in Red with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 BAS 571, 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 BAS 571?

You can check the full history of BAS 571 by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was BAS 571 registered?

BAS 571 is a 1981 MG A, first registered on 1 May 1981.

Is BAS 571 safe to buy?

The MOT history for BAS 571 shows 5 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BAS 571 have outstanding finance?

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