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680 XUV

1955 MG Magnette

Red Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jun 2010
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

7,826 mi
Last recorded7,826 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2009
Typical for 1955 MG Magnette56,678 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration680 XUV
MakeMG
ModelMagnette
Year1955
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2009 7,826 miles
Pass 21 May 2007 7,713 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2006 7,508 miles

corrosion in floor sections beside sills on both sides

non-standard locking devices fitted to front suspension but assured lock tight has been used

same advisories as VT32 issued with VT30 on 03/04/2006

Fail 3 Apr 2006 7,508 miles

Nearside Front Fuel system component insecure (7.2.1)

Rear Stop lamp excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.2.1d)

SMALL COROSION HOLE IN O/SIDE FLOOR.O/S WASHER NOT WORKING

How Reliable is the MG Magnette?

Based on 4,082 MOT tests across 613 vehicles.

83.0%
Pass Rate
415
Miles/Year
92
Year Lifespan
613
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brakes imbalanced across an axle 151
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 118
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 94
brake binding 82
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 76
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680 XUV is a 1955 MG Magnette in Red with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1955 MG Magnette models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.7% with a typical mileage of 56,678 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 Magnette fails its MOT is brakes imbalanced across an axle, accounting for 151 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 680 XUV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG Magnette typically stays on UK roads for around 92 years. At 71 years old, this MG Magnette is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was 680 XUV registered?

680 XUV is a 1955 MG Magnette, first registered on 1 January 1955.

Is 680 XUV safe to buy?

The MOT history for 680 XUV shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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