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MGA 794

1956 MG A

Green Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jul 2012
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

39,796 mi
Last recorded39,796 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2011
Typical for 1956 MG A19,801 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMGA 794
MakeMG
ModelA
Year1956
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Jul 2011 39,796 miles

nearside rear foot brake slow on increase

Fail 5 Jul 2011 39,787 miles

Mechanical brake component securing device missing (3.5.1i)

Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b) DANGEROUS

Steering column shaft has slight end float (2.1.3)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 3 Jul 2009 39,774 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2007 39,624 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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MGA 794 is a 1956 MG A in Green with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1956 MG A models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.9% with a typical mileage of 19,801 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 MGA 794, 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 70 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 MGA 794 registered?

MGA 794 is a 1956 MG A, first registered on 31 December 1956.

Is MGA 794 safe to buy?

The MOT history for MGA 794 shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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