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LBL 398

1996 MG A

Red Petrol 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jul 2012
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

33,996 mi
Last recorded33,996 miles
Recorded on19 Jul 2011
Typical for 1996 MG A48,914 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLBL 398
MakeMG
ModelA
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 19 Jul 2011 33,996 miles

Nearside Inner Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 25 May 2010 33,939 miles

Nearside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Offside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Pass 29 Jul 2008 31,312 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2007 29,852 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2005 27,813 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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LBL 398 is a 1996 MG A in Red with a 1,560cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1996 MG A models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.4% with a typical mileage of 48,914 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 LBL 398, 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 30 years old, this MG A is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LBL 398 registered?

LBL 398 is a 1996 MG A, first registered on 1 April 1996.

Is LBL 398 safe to buy?

The MOT history for LBL 398 shows 5 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 LBL 398 have outstanding finance?

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