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PHS 172

1958 MG Mga

Red Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jun 2007
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

4,951 mi
Last recorded4,951 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2006
Typical for 1958 MG Mga20,636 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPHS 172
MakeMG
ModelMga
Year1958
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc
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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 13 Jun 2006 4,951 miles

How Reliable is the MG Mga?

Based on 3,780 MOT tests across 451 vehicles.

85.3%
Pass Rate
340
Miles/Year
70
Year Lifespan
451
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp not working 65
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 58
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 46
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 46
brake binding 42
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PHS 172 is a 1958 MG Mga in Red with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1958 MG Mga models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.4% with a typical mileage of 20,636 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG Mga fails its MOT is stop lamp not working, accounting for 65 recorded failures. If you're considering buying PHS 172, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG Mga typically stays on UK roads for around 70 years. At 68 years old, this MG Mga is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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How do I check the history of PHS 172?

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What year was PHS 172 registered?

PHS 172 is a 1958 MG Mga, first registered on 1 January 1958.

Is PHS 172 safe to buy?

The MOT history for PHS 172 shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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