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236 MPB

1957 MG A

Red Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Apr 2013
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

32,373 mi
Last recorded32,373 miles
Recorded on1 May 2012
Typical for 1957 MG A18,678 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

Registration236 MPB
MakeMG
ModelA
Year1957
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 May 2012 32,373 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2011 31,281 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2009 31,168 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

car under sraled underneath

rear dif oily

Pass 28 Aug 2008 31,058 miles

rear dif oiley

vehicle under sealed chassis and body

Fail 28 Aug 2008 31,058 miles

Nearside Front brake caliper locking device insecure (3.5.1l)

Offside Front brake caliper locking device insecure (3.5.1l)

rear dif oiley

vehicle under sealed chassis and body

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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236 MPB is a 1957 MG A in Red with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 236 MPB, 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 236 MPB?

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What year was 236 MPB registered?

236 MPB is a 1957 MG A, first registered on 1 September 1957.

Is 236 MPB safe to buy?

The MOT history for 236 MPB shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does 236 MPB have outstanding finance?

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