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CHF 833

1955 MG Magnette

Grey Petrol 1489cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Aug 2012
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

48,186 mi
Last recorded48,186 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2011
Typical for 1955 MG Magnette56,678 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCHF 833
MakeMG
ModelMagnette
Year1955
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,489cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2011 48,186 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2010 48,143 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2009 47,991 miles
Pass 9 May 2008 47,752 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2006 47,094 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2006 47,084 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Offside Front Suspension arm worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

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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CHF 833 is a 1955 MG Magnette in Grey with a 1,489cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 CHF 833, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of CHF 833?

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What year was CHF 833 registered?

CHF 833 is a 1955 MG Magnette, first registered on 12 April 1955.

Is CHF 833 safe to buy?

The MOT history for CHF 833 shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does CHF 833 have outstanding finance?

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