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RXK 553

1978 MG Magnette

Blue Petrol 1489cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 May 2022
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

85,168 mi
Last recorded85,168 miles
Recorded on7 May 2021
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRXK 553
MakeMG
ModelMagnette
Year1978
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,489cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 May 2021 85,168 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2011 84,599 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2011 84,595 miles

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 13 Aug 2009 84,272 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2009 84,272 miles

Nearside Semaphore indicator arm does not extend smoothly (1.4.C.1a)

Offside Semaphore indicator arm does not extend smoothly (1.4.C.1a)

Pass 7 Aug 2008 83,743 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2007 82,950 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2006 81,785 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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RXK 553 is a 1978 MG Magnette in Blue with a 1,489cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 RXK 553, 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 48 years old, this MG Magnette is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of RXK 553?

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What year was RXK 553 registered?

RXK 553 is a 1978 MG Magnette, first registered on 1 March 1978.

Is RXK 553 safe to buy?

The MOT history for RXK 553 shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does RXK 553 have outstanding finance?

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