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ESV 226

1984 MG A

Red Petrol 2100cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Aug 2020
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

1,772 mi
Last recorded1,772 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2019
Typical for 1984 MG A36,612 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationESV 226
MakeMG
ModelA
Year1984
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,100cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2019 1,772 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Aug 2018 403 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2012 378 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2010 362 miles
Pass 8 May 2008 293 miles

Oil leak

front propshaft mounting-bolt missing

Fail 28 Apr 2008 293 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Oil leak

front propshaft mounting-bolt missing

Pass 27 Jan 2007 184 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2005 136 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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ESV 226 is a 1984 MG A in Red with a 2,100cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1984 MG A models, the average MOT pass rate is 93.5% with a typical mileage of 36,612 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 ESV 226, 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 42 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 ESV 226?

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What year was ESV 226 registered?

ESV 226 is a 1984 MG A, first registered on 21 June 1984.

Is ESV 226 safe to buy?

The MOT history for ESV 226 shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does ESV 226 have outstanding finance?

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