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CKY 883

1939 MG Ta

Green Petrol 1292cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Dec 2008
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

2,050 mi
Last recorded2,050 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2007
Typical for 1939 MG Ta4,656 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCKY 883
MakeMG
ModelTa
Year1939
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,292cc
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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Dec 2007 2,050 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2007 2,050 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 15 Jan 2007 1,969 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Jan 2006 1,753 miles

How Reliable is the MG Ta?

Based on 868 MOT tests across 164 vehicles.

86.9%
Pass Rate
222
Miles/Year
90
Year Lifespan
164
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

wheel bearing has excessive play 17
Stop lamp not working 15
brake recording little or no effort 13
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 10
Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) 9
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CKY 883 is a 1939 MG Ta in Green with a 1,292cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1939 MG Ta models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.1% with a typical mileage of 4,656 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 Ta fails its MOT is wheel bearing has excessive play, accounting for 17 recorded failures. If you're considering buying CKY 883, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG Ta typically stays on UK roads for around 90 years. At 87 years old, this MG Ta is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of CKY 883?

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What year was CKY 883 registered?

CKY 883 is a 1939 MG Ta, first registered on 24 February 1939.

Is CKY 883 safe to buy?

The MOT history for CKY 883 shows 4 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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