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775 XVU

1957 MG A

White Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 May 2027
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

1,554 mi
Last recorded1,554 miles
Recorded on13 May 2026
Typical for 1957 MG A18,678 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration775 XVU
MakeMG
ModelA
Year1957
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 May 2026 1,554 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2025 1,524 miles

Brake lever has abnormal movement of levers indicating excessive wear or maladjustment (1.1.15 (f))

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Stop lamp(s) remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 20 Jun 2024 908 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2024 874 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Stop lamp(s) remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 24 May 2023 547 miles
Pass 10 May 2022 12 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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775 XVU is a 1957 MG A in White with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 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 775 XVU, 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 775 XVU?

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What year was 775 XVU registered?

775 XVU is a 1957 MG A, first registered on 1 January 1957.

Is 775 XVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for 775 XVU shows 6 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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