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UKF 500

1956 MG A

Red Petrol 1489cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Apr 2026
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

83,599 mi
Last recorded83,599 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2025
Typical for 1956 MG A19,801 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUKF 500
MakeMG
ModelA
Year1956
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,489cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2025 83,599 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2012 83,371 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2011 83,333 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2010 83,316 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2009 83,261 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2008 83,005 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 14 Sep 2007 82,939 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2007 82,939 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Body or chassis has an unsatisfactory modification, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

o/s inner sill corroded

Pass 6 Sep 2006 82,706 miles

o/s front brake binding slightly

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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UKF 500 is a 1956 MG A in Red with a 1,489cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 UKF 500, 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 UKF 500?

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What year was UKF 500 registered?

UKF 500 is a 1956 MG A, first registered on 21 March 1956.

Is UKF 500 safe to buy?

The MOT history for UKF 500 shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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