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UMO 20

1960 MG A

Red Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Apr 2019
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

16,656 mi
Last recorded16,656 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2018
Typical for 1960 MG A29,118 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUMO 20
MakeMG
ModelA
Year1960
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc
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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2018 16,656 miles

Nearside Rear corrosion on inner seal

Offside Rear nail in tyre

Pass 28 Jul 2016 16,294 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Body has slight corrosion sill (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Inner Body has slight corrosion sill (6.1.B.2)

Pass 10 Jun 2015 15,840 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2014 14,871 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2013 14,175 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2012 13,518 miles
Pass 9 May 2011 13,514 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2010 13,191 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2009 13,088 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2009 13,088 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 22 Feb 2008 13,036 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2008 13,036 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Rear Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 3 Nov 2006 12,938 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2006 12,912 miles

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

How Reliable is the MG A?

Based on 15,457 MOT tests across 1,952 vehicles.

85.6%
Pass Rate
338
Miles/Year
70
Year Lifespan
1,952
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp not working 230
brake binding 224
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 222
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 202
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 183
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UMO 20 is a 1960 MG A in Red with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 1960 MG A models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.2% with a typical mileage of 29,118 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 A fails its MOT is stop lamp not working, accounting for 230 recorded failures. If you're considering buying UMO 20, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG A typically stays on UK roads for around 70 years. At 66 years old, this MG A is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of UMO 20?

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What year was UMO 20 registered?

UMO 20 is a 1960 MG A, first registered on 25 February 1960.

Is UMO 20 safe to buy?

The MOT history for UMO 20 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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