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TAS 690

1971 MG A

Red Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jun 2018
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

3,683 mi
Last recorded3,683 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2017
Typical for 1971 MG A45,348 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTAS 690
MakeMG
ModelA
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Jun 2017 3,683 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2016 3,441 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2015 3,410 miles
Pass 21 May 2014 3,205 miles
Pass 31 May 2013 2,909 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2012 2,830 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2011 1,976 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2010 1,896 miles

Nearside Front Lower Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Offside Front Lower Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Fail 16 Jul 2010 1,896 miles

Nearside Front Lower Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Offside Front Lower Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Offside Rear Wheel insecure (4.2.A.1c)

Fail 26 Jun 2009 1,728 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Wheel insecure (4.2.A.1c)

Pass 26 Jun 2009 1,728 miles

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 24 Jun 2008 1,415 miles

Headlamp main beam warning lamp not working

Fail 24 Jun 2008 1,415 miles

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Headlamp main beam warning lamp not working

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 5 Jul 2006 1,001 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2006 1,001 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

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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TAS 690 is a 1971 MG A in Red with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 1971 MG A models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.5% with a typical mileage of 45,348 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 TAS 690, 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 55 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 TAS 690 registered?

TAS 690 is a 1971 MG A, first registered on 5 April 1971.

Is TAS 690 safe to buy?

The MOT history for TAS 690 shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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