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FKP 395

1939 MG Ta

Green Petrol 1292cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Sep 2023
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

2,736 mi
Last recorded2,736 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2022
Typical for 1939 MG Ta4,656 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFKP 395
MakeMG
ModelTa
Year1939
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,292cc
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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2022 2,736 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2022 2,736 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Jul 2019 2,520 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2018 2,416 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2017 2,336 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2016 1,805 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2015 1,544 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2014 1,346 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2013 1,002 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2012 796 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2011 632 miles

Exhaust slightly blowing

near side and off side drag link ends would benefit from adjustment

near side front king kin has free play and would benefit from adjustment

near side track rod end has slight free play and would benefit from adjustment

Pass 17 Feb 2010 488 miles

front off side flexible hose slightly catching a bracket

near side king pin has slight free play

near side track rod has slight free play

off side drag link has slight free play

Pass 14 Feb 2009 281 miles

slight blowing from exhaust rear pipe

slight movement in steering column

Pass 23 Feb 2008 2 miles

Would advise all suspension and steering nuts and bolts be checked for tightness once vehicle has be used

front brake out of ballance

hand brake cable rubbing on wiring loom and main battery cable

one rear prop nut appears loose

rear nearside brake slightly binding

slight play in drag link end at steering box end

Fail 23 Feb 2008 2 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Rear Shock absorber missing (2.7.1b)

Would advise all suspension and steering nuts and bolts be checked for tightness once vehicle has be used

front brake out of ballance

hand brake cable rubbing on wiring loom and main battery cable

one rear prop nut appears loose

rear nearside brake slightly binding

slight play in drag link end at steering box end

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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FKP 395 is a 1939 MG Ta in Green with a 1,292cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 1939 MG Ta models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.1% with a typical mileage of 4,656 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 Ta fails its MOT is wheel bearing has excessive play, accounting for 17 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FKP 395, 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 87 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 FKP 395?

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What year was FKP 395 registered?

FKP 395 is a 1939 MG Ta, first registered on 15 June 1939.

Is FKP 395 safe to buy?

The MOT history for FKP 395 shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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