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Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
Nearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
Horn not working (1.6.2a)
Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
Nearside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)
Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
Offside Rear Suspension has inadequate clearance with the bump stop (2.4.A.1a)
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
How Reliable is the MG 6?
Based on 28,661 MOT tests across 2,640 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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VCP 285R is a 1976 MG 6 in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.
The most common reason a MG 6 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 191 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VCP 285R, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The MG 6 typically stays on UK roads for around 15 years. At 50 years old, this MG 6 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I check the history of VCP 285R?
You can check the full history of VCP 285R by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.
What year was VCP 285R registered?
VCP 285R is a 1976 MG 6, first registered on 1 October 1976.
Is VCP 285R safe to buy?
The MOT history for VCP 285R shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does VCP 285R have outstanding finance?
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