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TOH 954

1956 MG A

Green Petrol 1489cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jul 2016
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

498 mi
Last recorded498 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2015
Typical for 1956 MG A19,801 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTOH 954
MakeMG
ModelA
Year1956
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,489cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2015 498 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2014 495 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2014 495 miles

Offside Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 6 Aug 2013 381 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2012 2 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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TOH 954 is a 1956 MG A in Green with a 1,489cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 TOH 954, 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 TOH 954?

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What year was TOH 954 registered?

TOH 954 is a 1956 MG A, first registered on 9 May 1956.

Is TOH 954 safe to buy?

The MOT history for TOH 954 shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does TOH 954 have outstanding finance?

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