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HSV 721

1957 MG A

White Petrol 1489cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jul 2015
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

7,003 mi
Last recorded7,003 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2014
Typical for 1957 MG A18,678 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHSV 721
MakeMG
ModelA
Year1957
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,489cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2014 7,003 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2010 6,863 miles

Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

slight leak fron diff

slight play in offside steering arm

Pass 24 Jun 2009 6,481 miles

Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

slight play in both steering arms

Fail 24 Jun 2009 6,481 miles

Fuel hose leaking (7.2.3)

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

slight play in both steering arms

Pass 20 Jun 2008 5,765 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Oil leak

Suspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing

Suspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing

oil leak from rear diff

Fail 19 Jun 2008 5,757 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Oil leak

Suspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing

Suspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing

oil leak from rear diff

Pass 20 Jun 2007 5,375 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2006 5,314 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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HSV 721 is a 1957 MG A in White with a 1,489cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 HSV 721, 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

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What year was HSV 721 registered?

HSV 721 is a 1957 MG A, first registered on 1 June 1957.

Is HSV 721 safe to buy?

The MOT history for HSV 721 shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does HSV 721 have outstanding finance?

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