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GFR 813

1983 MG A

Green Petrol 1250cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Sep 2019
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

56,202 mi
Last recorded56,202 miles
Recorded on13 Sep 2018
Typical for 1983 MG A15,785 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGFR 813
MakeMG
ModelA
Year1983
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,250cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Sep 2018 56,202 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2018 56,202 miles

Nearside Front Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 May 2012 56,133 miles

Small movement found in track rod end ball joints.

Pass 21 Apr 2011 56,133 miles

Slight bind on osf

Pass 30 May 2009 56,133 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Oil leak

Pass 23 May 2008 56,133 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2007 56,133 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2006 56,132 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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GFR 813 is a 1983 MG A in Green with a 1,250cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1983 MG A models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.5% with a typical mileage of 15,785 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 GFR 813, 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 43 years old, this MG A is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GFR 813 registered?

GFR 813 is a 1983 MG A, first registered on 22 September 1983.

Is GFR 813 safe to buy?

The MOT history for GFR 813 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.

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