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GNH 730

1956 MG Magnette

Blue Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Oct 2024
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

51,751 mi
Last recorded51,751 miles
Recorded on6 Oct 2023
Typical for 1956 MG Magnette39,475 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGNH 730
MakeMG
ModelMagnette
Year1956
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc
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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Oct 2023 51,751 miles
Pass 24 May 2022 51,592 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2019 51,192 miles
Pass 10 May 2018 50,959 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2017 50,800 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2016 50,627 miles
Pass 11 May 2015 50,422 miles
Fail 11 May 2015 50,421 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 25 Apr 2014 50,142 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2013 49,662 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2012 49,356 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2011 49,043 miles

corrosion to o/s and n/s rear front spring hangers to chassis

lift in steering column

Pass 8 Sep 2010 48,733 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2009 48,007 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2008 47,221 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2007 47,188 miles

Nearside Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings (2.2.B.1h)

Pass 20 Sep 2007 47,188 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2006 47,139 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2006 47,139 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

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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GNH 730 is a 1956 MG Magnette in Blue with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

Across all 1956 MG Magnette models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.8% with a typical mileage of 39,475 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 GNH 730, 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 70 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 GNH 730?

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What year was GNH 730 registered?

GNH 730 is a 1956 MG Magnette, first registered on 14 December 1956.

Is GNH 730 safe to buy?

The MOT history for GNH 730 shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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