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1664 WB

1957 MG A

Red Petrol 1500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Sep 2014
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

70,068 mi
Last recorded70,068 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2013
Typical for 1957 MG A18,678 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

Registration1664 WB
MakeMG
ModelA
Year1957
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,500cc
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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2013 70,068 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2012 69,718 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2011 69,344 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2010 68,731 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2010 68,731 miles

Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

Pass 27 Aug 2009 68,264 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2008 67,551 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2007 66,854 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2006 66,126 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2005 65,401 miles

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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1664 WB is a 1957 MG A in Red with a 1,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1957 MG A models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.8% with a typical mileage of 18,678 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 1664 WB, 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 69 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 1664 WB?

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What year was 1664 WB registered?

1664 WB is a 1957 MG A, first registered on 9 July 1957.

Is 1664 WB safe to buy?

The MOT history for 1664 WB shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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