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SKU 734

1978 MG A

Red Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Apr 2012
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

11,426 mi
Last recorded11,426 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2011
Typical for 1978 MG A17,183 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSKU 734
MakeMG
ModelA
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 8 Apr 2011 11,426 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2009 10,796 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2007 10,186 miles

Signs of oil leakage from engine, Rear wheel hubs and rear axle. Hand brake performance is low.

Vehicle is fitted with track tyres with little tread.

Pass 5 Jun 2006 8,838 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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SKU 734 is a 1978 MG A in Red with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1978 MG A models, the average MOT pass rate is 92.4% with a typical mileage of 17,183 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 SKU 734, 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 48 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 SKU 734?

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What year was SKU 734 registered?

SKU 734 is a 1978 MG A, first registered on 1 October 1978.

Is SKU 734 safe to buy?

The MOT history for SKU 734 shows 4 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 SKU 734 have outstanding finance?

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