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FVK 590

1938 MG Ta

White Petrol 1141cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Nov 2012
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

14,222 mi
Last recorded14,222 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2011
Typical for 1938 MG Ta7,420 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFVK 590
MakeMG
ModelTa
Year1938
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,141cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2011 14,222 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2010 14,137 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)

Fail 27 Oct 2009 13,764 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)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 27 Oct 2009 13,764 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 12 Sep 2008 13,359 miles

Nearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 19 Sep 2007 12,818 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2006 12,331 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2006 12,330 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

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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FVK 590 is a 1938 MG Ta in White with a 1,141cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 FVK 590, 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 FVK 590?

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What year was FVK 590 registered?

FVK 590 is a 1938 MG Ta, first registered on 22 April 1938.

Is FVK 590 safe to buy?

The MOT history for FVK 590 shows 8 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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