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GTW 276

1938 MG Ta

Blue Petrol 1292cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 May 2013
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

2,037 mi
Last recorded2,037 miles
Recorded on23 May 2012
Typical for 1938 MG Ta7,420 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGTW 276
MakeMG
ModelTa
Year1938
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,292cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Fail 23 May 2012 2,037 miles

Nearside Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)

Offside Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)

Pass 23 May 2012 2,037 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2008 1,993 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2008 1,984 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

all four tyres perished

Pass 1 May 2007 1,947 miles

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

front crankshaft pulley loose

slight oil leak from offside rear hub

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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GTW 276 is a 1938 MG Ta in Blue with a 1,292cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 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 GTW 276, 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 GTW 276?

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What year was GTW 276 registered?

GTW 276 is a 1938 MG Ta, first registered on 5 October 1938.

Is GTW 276 safe to buy?

The MOT history for GTW 276 shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GTW 276 have outstanding finance?

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