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UPO 929

1978 MG A

Green Petrol 1500cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Apr 2027
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

10,135 mi
Last recorded10,135 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2026
Typical for 1978 MG A17,183 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUPO 929
MakeMG
ModelA
Year1978
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,500cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 16 Apr 2026 10,135 miles
Pass 8 May 2018 7,805 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2017 6,651 miles
Pass 11 May 2016 5,199 miles
Pass 6 May 2015 4,086 miles
Pass 8 May 2014 3,902 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2011 3,645 miles

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

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Offside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

all tyres slightly perished

slight axle oil leak

Pass 10 Jul 2010 1,345 miles

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Offside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Oil leak

both rear tyres slightly perished

front discs pitted

slight play in steering rack

Pass 20 Jun 2009 979 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Oil leak

both rear tyres perished slightly

n/s rear and handbrake effort slightly low

slight play in steering rack n/s

Pass 12 Jul 2008 98,901 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Oil leak

Pass 19 May 2007 96,141 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2006 94,352 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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UPO 929 is a 1978 MG A in Green with a 1,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 UPO 929, 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 UPO 929?

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What year was UPO 929 registered?

UPO 929 is a 1978 MG A, first registered on 24 November 1978.

Is UPO 929 safe to buy?

The MOT history for UPO 929 shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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