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PHO 867

1956 MG Magnette

Grey Petrol 1489cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Aug 2013
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

8,723 mi
Last recorded8,723 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2012
Typical for 1956 MG Magnette39,475 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPHO 867
MakeMG
ModelMagnette
Year1956
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,489cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2012 8,723 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2011 8,354 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2010 8,162 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2009 7,830 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2009 7,830 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Pass 5 Aug 2008 7,664 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2007 7,547 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2007 7,547 miles

Front Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Semaphore indicator tell tale not working correctly (1.4.C.2)

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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PHO 867 is a 1956 MG Magnette in Grey with a 1,489cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 PHO 867, 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 PHO 867?

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What year was PHO 867 registered?

PHO 867 is a 1956 MG Magnette, first registered on 3 May 1956.

Is PHO 867 safe to buy?

The MOT history for PHO 867 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 PHO 867 have outstanding finance?

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