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TOJ 850

1956 MG A

Red Petrol 1489cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Oct 2013
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

542 mi
Last recorded542 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2012
Typical for 1956 MG A19,801 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTOJ 850
MakeMG
ModelA
Year1956
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,489cc
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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 2 Oct 2012 542 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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TOJ 850 is a 1956 MG A in Red with a 1,489cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 TOJ 850, 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 TOJ 850?

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What year was TOJ 850 registered?

TOJ 850 is a 1956 MG A, first registered on 31 May 1956.

Is TOJ 850 safe to buy?

The MOT history for TOJ 850 shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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