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186 JLC

1957 MG A

Red Petrol 1489cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Dec 2013
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

23,798 mi
Last recorded23,798 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2012
Typical for 1957 MG A18,678 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration186 JLC
MakeMG
ModelA
Year1957
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,489cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Dec 2012 23,798 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2008 23,729 miles

Oil leak

Fail 11 Aug 2008 23,729 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Body insecure and dangerous to other road users (6.1.B.1b)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Body insecure and dangerous to other road users (6.1.B.1b)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.6.B.1)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Body insecure and dangerous to other road users (6.1.B.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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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186 JLC is a 1957 MG A in Red with a 1,489cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 186 JLC, 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 186 JLC?

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What year was 186 JLC registered?

186 JLC is a 1957 MG A, first registered on 10 April 1957.

Is 186 JLC safe to buy?

The MOT history for 186 JLC shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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