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BUY 172

1937 MG Ta

White Petrol 1141cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Apr 2012
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

4,150 mi
Last recorded4,150 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2011
Typical for 1937 MG Ta4,614 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBUY 172
MakeMG
ModelTa
Year1937
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,141cc
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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 18 Apr 2011 4,150 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

engine oil leak

rear differential oil leak

Pass 22 Apr 2010 3,930 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2009 3,625 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2008 3,141 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2006 2,589 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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BUY 172 is a 1937 MG Ta in White with a 1,141cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1937 MG Ta models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.7% with a typical mileage of 4,614 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 BUY 172, 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 89 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 BUY 172?

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What year was BUY 172 registered?

BUY 172 is a 1937 MG Ta, first registered on 9 July 1937.

Is BUY 172 safe to buy?

The MOT history for BUY 172 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 BUY 172 have outstanding finance?

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