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UPW 208

1956 MG A

Blue Petrol 1622cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Sep 2013
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

10,081 mi
Last recorded10,081 miles
Recorded on7 Sep 2012
Typical for 1956 MG A19,801 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUPW 208
MakeMG
ModelA
Year1956
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,622cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Sep 2012 10,081 miles

Centre Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Nearside Front Lower Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Nearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

rear cross member behind batteries excessivelly corroded

Fail 4 Sep 2012 10,081 miles

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

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.4c)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Centre Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Nearside Front Lower Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Nearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

rear cross member behind batteries excessivelly corroded

Pass 8 Sep 2011 50,011 miles

Both rear wing lower fixing damaged

Pass 24 Sep 2010 10,036 miles

several body mounts slight corrosion in area

Pass 8 Sep 2009 10,971 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 23 Sep 2008 70,880 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2008 70,880 miles

Front Steering locking device missing (2.2.C.1g)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 9 Jul 2007 40,266 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Nearside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Nearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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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UPW 208 is a 1956 MG A in Blue with a 1,622cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 UPW 208, 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 UPW 208?

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What year was UPW 208 registered?

UPW 208 is a 1956 MG A, first registered on 31 March 1956.

Is UPW 208 safe to buy?

The MOT history for UPW 208 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.

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