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TOC 220

1956 MG A

White Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Jul 2027
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

14,245 mi
Last recorded14,245 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2026
Typical for 1956 MG A19,801 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTOC 220
MakeMG
ModelA
Year1956
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2026 14,245 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2025 14,099 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2024 14,023 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2024 14,004 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Jun 2023 13,738 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2022 13,518 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2021 13,127 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Feb 2020 12,092 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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TOC 220 is a 1956 MG A in White with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 TOC 220, 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 TOC 220?

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What year was TOC 220 registered?

TOC 220 is a 1956 MG A, first registered on 7 March 1956.

Is TOC 220 safe to buy?

The MOT history for TOC 220 shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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