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RFK 57

1957 MG Magnette

Grey Petrol 1489cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jul 2011
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

43,784 mi
Last recorded43,784 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2010
Typical for 1957 MG Magnette50,804 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRFK 57
MakeMG
ModelMagnette
Year1957
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,489cc
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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 23 Jul 2010 43,784 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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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RFK 57 is a 1957 MG Magnette in Grey with a 1,489cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1957 MG Magnette models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.9% with a typical mileage of 50,804 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 RFK 57, 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 69 years old, this MG Magnette is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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How do I check the history of RFK 57?

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What year was RFK 57 registered?

RFK 57 is a 1957 MG Magnette, first registered on 8 June 1957.

Is RFK 57 safe to buy?

The MOT history for RFK 57 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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