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JAM 964

1965 MG Mga

Red Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Dec 2018
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

20,699 mi
Last recorded20,699 miles
Recorded on23 Dec 2017
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJAM 964
MakeMG
ModelMga
Year1965
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc
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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Dec 2017 20,699 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2017 20,552 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2016 20,314 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2015 19,925 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2014 19,433 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2013 18,529 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2012 18,217 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2011 17,972 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2011 17,972 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Fail 2 Jan 2010 17,194 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 2 Jan 2010 17,194 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2007 17,002 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2007 16,996 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

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

slight buckle o/s/r road wheel

wipers starting to smear

Pass 15 Apr 2006 15,893 miles

Both front tyres close to limit

Both rear shocks damp, light misting of oil

Play in offside front upper & lower suspension jonits (trunions) - just meets criteria, advise grease up

Slight play in steering rack

How Reliable is the MG Mga?

Based on 3,780 MOT tests across 451 vehicles.

85.3%
Pass Rate
340
Miles/Year
70
Year Lifespan
451
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp not working 65
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 58
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 46
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 46
brake binding 42
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JAM 964 is a 1965 MG Mga in Red with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

The most common reason a MG Mga fails its MOT is stop lamp not working, accounting for 65 recorded failures. If you're considering buying JAM 964, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG Mga typically stays on UK roads for around 70 years. At 61 years old, this MG Mga is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of JAM 964?

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What year was JAM 964 registered?

JAM 964 is a 1965 MG Mga, first registered on 20 September 1965.

Is JAM 964 safe to buy?

The MOT history for JAM 964 shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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