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EPO 181

1938 MG Ta

Red Petrol 1292cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jun 2013
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

1,677 mi
Last recorded1,677 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2012
Typical for 1938 MG Ta7,420 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEPO 181
MakeMG
ModelTa
Year1938
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,292cc
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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2012 1,677 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Fail 26 Jun 2012 1,677 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Steering box has relative movement between sector shaft and the drop arm (2.2.B.1b)

Pass 6 Jun 2011 1,606 miles
Pass 25 May 2010 1,472 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2009 1,400 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2008 1,386 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2006 1,376 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

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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EPO 181 is a 1938 MG Ta in Red with a 1,292cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1938 MG Ta models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.0% with a typical mileage of 7,420 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 EPO 181, 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 88 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 EPO 181?

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What year was EPO 181 registered?

EPO 181 is a 1938 MG Ta, first registered on 9 November 1938.

Is EPO 181 safe to buy?

The MOT history for EPO 181 shows 7 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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