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RUV 360

1955 MG Magnette

Black Petrol 1489cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Apr 2018
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

90,543 mi
Last recorded90,543 miles
Recorded on3 Apr 2017
Typical for 1955 MG Magnette56,678 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRUV 360
MakeMG
ModelMagnette
Year1955
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,489cc
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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Apr 2017 90,543 miles

Front Body has slight corrosion Lower panel (under grill) (6.1.B.2)

Offside Body has slight corrosion Boot floor (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Inner Body has slight corrosion Wing section (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion Sill section (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Inner Body has slight corrosion Wheel arch (6.1.B.2)

Fail 3 Apr 2017 90,542 miles

Brake performance not tested Drivers side rear wheel siezed (3.7.A.1)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front Body has slight corrosion Lower panel (under grill) (6.1.B.2)

Offside Body has slight corrosion Boot floor (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Inner Body has slight corrosion Wing section (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion Sill section (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Inner Body has slight corrosion Wheel arch (6.1.B.2)

Pass 11 Dec 2015 90,532 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2010 90,502 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2009 90,496 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2008 90,492 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2008 90,492 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 21 Aug 2007 90,482 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2006 90,461 miles

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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RUV 360 is a 1955 MG Magnette in Black with a 1,489cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1955 MG Magnette models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.7% with a typical mileage of 56,678 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 RUV 360, 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 71 years old, this MG Magnette is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RUV 360 registered?

RUV 360 is a 1955 MG Magnette, first registered on 25 August 1955.

Is RUV 360 safe to buy?

The MOT history for RUV 360 shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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