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MG MGA

Blue · Petrol · 1957 · 1,798 cc

RCA 805MOT history

RCA 805 is a blue petrol MG MGA first used on 31 Dec 1957. Its MOT is valid until 4 May 2027 and it has passed 11 of 15 MOT tests, with 14,343 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 4 May 2027
Mileage
14,343 mi
At MOT on 5 May 2026
MOT tests
15
11 passed · 4 failed
Per year
Not enough data
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Vehicle details

Registration
RCA 805
Registration format
Dateless
Make
MG
Model
MGA
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,798 cc
Year of manufacture
1957
First used
31 Dec 1957
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 May 2027
Latest MOT test
5 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

RCA 805 was last recorded at 14,343 miles on 5 May 2026, 912 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Apr 2019.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 29 Mar 2011: 330 miles, lower than 88,245 miles on 24 May 2007.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
13,431 miles · 9 Apr 2019
Between the last two tests
912 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 14,343 miles
  • 2019 – 13,431 miles
  • 2018 – 12,649 miles
  • 2015 – 7,360 miles
  • 2014 – 5,323 miles
  • 2013 – 2,612 miles
  • 2012 – 1,313 miles
  • 2011 – 330 miles
  • 2007 – 88,245 miles
  • 2006 – 88,199 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass14,343 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid

    Failure3 MOTs, 2011–2018

  • Alternator fan insecure

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel in steering rack gear (2.2.A.1b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

15 tests since 12 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass14,343 miles (+912)
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2027
    Odometer
    14,343 miles
    Test number
    673404306096

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass13,431 miles (+782)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    13,431 miles
    Test number
    947963662633
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel Slight play steering rack (2.3 (a) (i))

  3. Pass12,649 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    12,649 miles
    Test number
    868298158403
    • AdvisoryAlternator fan insecure
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel in steering rack gear (2.2.A.1b)

  4. Fail12,649 miles (+5,289)6 failures1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    12,649 miles
    Test number
    630011086371
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureDriver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Axle king pin has excessive play in pin and/or bush adversely affecting the steering (2.5.A.3a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Wheel insecure (4.2.A.1c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Wheel insecure (4.2.A.1c)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testOffside Seat belt insecurely fixed to the vehicles structure (5.2.1a)
    • AdvisoryAlternator fan insecure
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel in steering rack gear (2.2.A.1b)

  5. Pass7,360 miles (+12)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    7,360 miles
    Test number
    248293615451
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteOffside front tyre starting to wear on inner edge

  6. Fail7,348 miles (+2,025)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    7,348 miles
    Test number
    988162315111
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteOffside front tyre starting to wear on inner edge

  7. Pass5,323 miles (+2,711)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    5,323 miles
    Test number
    475849414158

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass2,612 miles (+1,299)1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    2,612 miles
    Test number
    306492503196
    • NotePlay upper steering column bush

  9. Pass1,313 miles (+983)1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    1,313 miles
    Test number
    179079872022
    • NoteSlight play in steering coloumn top bush

  10. Pass330 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    330 miles
    Test number
    105860791469

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail330 miles1 failure2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    330 miles
    Test number
    355278981073
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  12. PassMileage not read1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    550166700181
    • NoteO/s and n/s door panals and lower front wings insecure

  13. FailMileage not read2 dangerous14 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    121437470476
    • DangerousNearside Front Track rod end loose (2.2.B.1d)
    • DangerousOffside Front Track rod end loose (2.2.B.1d)
    • FailureCentre Front Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Front Wheel insecure (4.2.A.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade missing (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Front brake caliper locking device insecure (3.5.1l)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade missing (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front brake caliper locking device insecure (3.5.1l)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • NoteStarter motor bolt insecure
    • NoteWiring rubbing on o/s rear tyre

  14. Pass88,245 miles (+46)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    88,245 miles
    Test number
    943094547139

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass88,199 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    88,199 miles
    Test number
    253532436412

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about RCA 805

What vehicle is registration RCA 805 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show RCA 805 on a blue petrol MG MGA first used on 31 Dec 1957. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does RCA 805 currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on RCA 805 is valid until 4 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on RCA 805?
The MOT on RCA 805 is valid until 4 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has RCA 805 done?
RCA 805 was recorded at 14,343 miles at its MOT on 5 May 2026.
Has RCA 805 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. RCA 805 has failed 4 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Apr 2018.
Has the mileage on RCA 805 ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 29 Mar 2011. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on RCA 805 find?
RCA 805 passed its latest MOT on 5 May 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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