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DBY 556B

1982 MG A

Red Petrol 1622cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Apr 2016
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

7,478 mi
Last recorded7,478 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2015
Typical for 1982 MG A25,087 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDBY 556B
MakeMG
ModelA
Year1982
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,622cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2015 7,478 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2014 7,467 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2012 7,466 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2011 7,463 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2010 7,460 miles
Pass 19 May 2009 7,418 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2006 7,293 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2006 7,293 miles

Offside Rear Service brake indicates brake bind (3.7.D.2a)

Offside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

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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DBY 556B is a 1982 MG A in Red with a 1,622cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1982 MG A models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.3% with a typical mileage of 25,087 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 DBY 556B, 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 44 years old, this MG A is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of DBY 556B?

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What year was DBY 556B registered?

DBY 556B is a 1982 MG A, first registered on 23 June 1982.

Is DBY 556B safe to buy?

The MOT history for DBY 556B shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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