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CTB 401

1937 MG Ta

Black Petrol 1500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Sep 2013
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

184 mi
Last recorded184 miles
Recorded on20 Sep 2012
Typical for 1937 MG Ta4,614 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCTB 401
MakeMG
ModelTa
Year1937
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,500cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 20 Sep 2012 184 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2011 167 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2010 50 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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CTB 401 is a 1937 MG Ta in Black with a 1,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1937 MG Ta models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.7% with a typical mileage of 4,614 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 CTB 401, 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 89 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 CTB 401?

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What year was CTB 401 registered?

CTB 401 is a 1937 MG Ta, first registered on 1 July 1937.

Is CTB 401 safe to buy?

The MOT history for CTB 401 shows 3 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 CTB 401 have outstanding finance?

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