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FNU 343

1938 MG Ta

Red Petrol 1292cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Mar 2024
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

34,612 mi
Last recorded34,612 miles
Recorded on5 Mar 2023
Typical for 1938 MG Ta7,420 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFNU 343
MakeMG
ModelTa
Year1938
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,292cc
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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Mar 2023 34,612 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2021 34,313 miles

Front Fuel Pipe/s corroded front carb small leak ()

Pass 19 Jul 2020 34,291 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2019 33,949 miles

Nearside Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. lower than o/s/f (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Jul 2018 33,394 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2017 32,741 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 26 Jun 2016 32,087 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2015 31,486 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2014 31,025 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2013 30,363 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2012 29,618 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2011 29,078 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2010 28,342 miles
Pass 17 May 2009 27,608 miles
Pass 19 May 2008 26,501 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2007 25,582 miles
Pass 31 May 2006 24,418 miles
Fail 31 May 2006 24,418 miles

Nearside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

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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FNU 343 is a 1938 MG Ta in Red with a 1,292cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 FNU 343, 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 FNU 343?

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What year was FNU 343 registered?

FNU 343 is a 1938 MG Ta, first registered on 9 June 1938.

Is FNU 343 safe to buy?

The MOT history for FNU 343 shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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