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RFO 370

1956 MG A

Red Petrol 1622cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Aug 2013
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

36,307 mi
Last recorded36,307 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2012
Typical for 1956 MG A19,801 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRFO 370
MakeMG
ModelA
Year1956
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,622cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Aug 2012 36,307 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Oil leak

Pass 8 Aug 2011 36,307 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2011 36,307 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 20 May 2009 36,307 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 21 May 2008 36,307 miles
Pass 16 May 2007 36,307 miles

Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 20 Apr 2006 36,307 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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RFO 370 is a 1956 MG A in Red with a 1,622cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 RFO 370, 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 RFO 370?

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What year was RFO 370 registered?

RFO 370 is a 1956 MG A, first registered on 17 February 1956.

Is RFO 370 safe to buy?

The MOT history for RFO 370 shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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