CarVerify

Free Car Check

RBM 626

1956 MG A

White Petrol 1622cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 May 2013
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

35,108 mi
Last recorded35,108 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2012
Typical for 1956 MG A19,801 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this MG
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £14.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationRBM 626
MakeMG
ModelA
Year1956
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,622cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2012 35,108 miles
Pass 4 May 2011 34,777 miles

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

oil leaks from both rear hubs leaking onto tyres

Pass 12 May 2010 34,575 miles
Pass 11 May 2009 34,436 miles
Pass 30 May 2008 34,109 miles
Fail 23 May 2008 34,107 miles

Brake pedal creeps down when held under pressure (3.3.B.1a) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

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
Full MG A reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

RBM 626 is a 1956 MG A in White with a 1,622cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 RBM 626, 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

How do I check the history of RBM 626?

You can check the full history of RBM 626 by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was RBM 626 registered?

RBM 626 is a 1956 MG A, first registered on 1 March 1956.

Is RBM 626 safe to buy?

The MOT history for RBM 626 shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does RBM 626 have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on RBM 626. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.