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NJC 541M

1973 MG A

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Apr 2019
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

70,001 mi
Last recorded70,001 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2018
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNJC 541M
MakeMG
ModelA
Year1973
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2018 70,001 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded both rear (3.6.B.2c)

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

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

Pass 24 Sep 2016 69,956 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2015 69,106 miles

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

rear body showing signs of corrosion

Pass 30 May 2014 68,258 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 8 Apr 2014 68,218 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.6.B.1)

Offside Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Pass 13 Jul 2012 67,592 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 31 Aug 2006 67,497 miles

Nearside Front Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)

REAR EXHAUST MOUNTINGS SLIGHTLY PERISHED

Fail 31 Aug 2006 67,497 miles

Nearside Front Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)

Offside Front Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

REAR EXHAUST MOUNTINGS SLIGHTLY PERISHED

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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NJC 541M is a 1973 MG A in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 NJC 541M, 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 53 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 NJC 541M registered?

NJC 541M is a 1973 MG A, first registered on 14 August 1973.

Is NJC 541M safe to buy?

The MOT history for NJC 541M shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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