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356 LMD

1957 MG A

Red Petrol 1489cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Apr 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

78,609 mi
Last recorded78,609 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2026
Typical for 1957 MG A18,678 mi

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Vehicle Details

Registration356 LMD
MakeMG
ModelA
Year1957
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,489cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2026 78,609 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2023 78,354 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2021 78,110 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2020 78,014 miles

Offside Front Service brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 25 May 2018 77,346 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2017 77,309 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2016 77,026 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2015 75,665 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2014 74,302 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2013 73,468 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2012 72,249 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2011 70,541 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2011 70,541 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 25 Jun 2010 69,067 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2009 67,338 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2008 66,158 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2007 64,144 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2006 61,014 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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356 LMD is a 1957 MG A in Red with a 1,489cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 356 LMD, 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 356 LMD?

You can check the full history of 356 LMD by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was 356 LMD registered?

356 LMD is a 1957 MG A, first registered on 31 December 1957.

Is 356 LMD safe to buy?

The MOT history for 356 LMD shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does 356 LMD have outstanding finance?

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