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1987 MG 1.3L Petrol · E518 DRN

E518 DRN

1987 MG (1.3L, petrol). First registered 01 Aug 1987. MOT status: No details held by DVLA.

Make & Model
MG
Year / Origin
1987 · Chelmsford
Safety Recall
—
MOT Status
No details held by DVLA
Road Tax
Untaxed (01 Dec 1997)
Recorded Mileage
—
ULEZ Compliance
Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine
PETROL · 1.3L
Reliability Guide
Available on IAGC
MOT Status
No details held by DVLA
No test records found
Tax Status
Untaxed
Tax due 01 Dec 1997
Fuel Type
PETROL
Year
1987
Engine
1275cc
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E518 DRN Key Findings

  • No MOT test records found for this registration

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MOT Status

No MOT history available

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Technical Specifications

May be subject to ULEZ charges

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MOT Roadworthiness: Average

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MOT Status

No MOT history available

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