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KSL 241

1980 MG A

Red Petrol 1622cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Apr 2017
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

71,608 mi
Last recorded71,608 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2016
Typical for 1980 MG A27,542 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKSL 241
MakeMG
ModelA
Year1980
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,622cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2016 71,608 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2015 71,258 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

advise front inner sills corroded oil leaak o/s/r hub

Pass 24 Apr 2014 70,077 miles

advisae front inner sills corroded

Pass 12 Apr 2013 69,993 miles

advise inner sills corroded

Pass 27 Mar 2012 68,676 miles

Coolant leak

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

advise corrosion n/s/f o/s/f inner sills

Fail 24 Mar 2012 68,671 miles

Offside rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Coolant leak

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

advise corrosion n/s/f o/s/f inner sills

Pass 16 Apr 2011 68,023 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2010 67,463 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Offside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 28 Feb 2009 66,905 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2008 66,470 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2006 65,772 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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KSL 241 is a 1980 MG A in Red with a 1,622cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 1980 MG A models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.7% with a typical mileage of 27,542 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 KSL 241, 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 46 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 KSL 241 registered?

KSL 241 is a 1980 MG A, first registered on 1 August 1980.

Is KSL 241 safe to buy?

The MOT history for KSL 241 shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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