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5343 MW

1962 MG Mga

White Petrol 1622cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 May 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

89,012 mi
Last recorded89,012 miles
Recorded on30 May 2025
Typical for 1962 MG Mga42,517 mi

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Vehicle Details

Registration5343 MW
MakeMG
ModelMga
Year1962
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,622cc
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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 May 2025 89,012 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Sep 2023 88,519 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 29 Aug 2023 88,496 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Stop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (bulb incorrectly fitted) (4.3.3 (b))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Jul 2022 88,170 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (manifold to front pipe gasket) (6.1.2 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (chip in screen) (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 28 May 2021 87,396 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front pipe to manifold gasket (6.1.2 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chips in screen (3.2 (a) (i))

light misting of fuel around fuel tank sender unit

Fail 28 May 2021 87,396 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front pipe to manifold gasket (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chips in screen (3.2 (a) (i))

light misting of fuel around fuel tank sender unit

Pass 22 May 2020 87,146 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2017 86,580 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2016 86,386 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2015 86,193 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2014 85,727 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2013 85,192 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2012 84,759 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2011 83,404 miles

How Reliable is the MG Mga?

Based on 3,780 MOT tests across 451 vehicles.

85.3%
Pass Rate
340
Miles/Year
70
Year Lifespan
451
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp not working 65
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 58
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 46
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 46
brake binding 42
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5343 MW is a 1962 MG Mga in White with a 1,622cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1962 MG Mga models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.8% with a typical mileage of 42,517 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG Mga fails its MOT is stop lamp not working, accounting for 65 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 5343 MW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG Mga typically stays on UK roads for around 70 years. At 64 years old, this MG Mga is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was 5343 MW registered?

5343 MW is a 1962 MG Mga, first registered on 18 May 1962.

Is 5343 MW safe to buy?

The MOT history for 5343 MW shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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