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DXW 444

1937 MG Ta

Red Petrol 1222cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jul 2014
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

3,582 mi
Last recorded3,582 miles
Recorded on26 Jul 2013
Typical for 1937 MG Ta4,614 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDXW 444
MakeMG
ModelTa
Year1937
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,222cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Jul 2013 3,582 miles

vertical lift in offside & nearside front king pins

Fail 15 Jul 2013 3,582 miles

Ball joint ball pin shank loose (2.2.B.1c)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Ball joint ball pin shank loose (2.2.B.1c)

Nearside Front Ball joint ball pin shank loose (2.2.B.1c)

rear parking (secondary) brakes imbalanced (3.7.B.6b)

vertical lift in offside & nearside front king pins

Pass 21 Apr 2011 775 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2010 125 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2009 4 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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DXW 444 is a 1937 MG Ta in Red with a 1,222cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 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 DXW 444, 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 DXW 444?

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What year was DXW 444 registered?

DXW 444 is a 1937 MG Ta, first registered on 16 May 1937.

Is DXW 444 safe to buy?

The MOT history for DXW 444 shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DXW 444 have outstanding finance?

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