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JFO 275

1977 MG A

Black Petrol 1489cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 May 2013
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

22,813 mi
Last recorded22,813 miles
Recorded on3 May 2012
4 checks still locked for this MG
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJFO 275
MakeMG
ModelA
Year1977
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,489cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 3 May 2012 22,813 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2011 22,582 miles

Oil leak

Steering column shaft has slight end float (2.1.3)

Pass 1 Mar 2010 21,736 miles

Nearside front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Nearside rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

all 4 tyres old and starting to perish

Pass 25 Feb 2009 21,672 miles

rear brakes are slightly slow to react.

Pass 13 Feb 2008 21,624 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2007 21,523 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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JFO 275 is a 1977 MG A in Black with a 1,489cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 JFO 275, 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 49 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 JFO 275?

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What year was JFO 275 registered?

JFO 275 is a 1977 MG A, first registered on 5 August 1977.

Is JFO 275 safe to buy?

The MOT history for JFO 275 shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does JFO 275 have outstanding finance?

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