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YTW 179

1954 MG Magnette

Black Petrol 1622cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jan 2016
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

43,365 mi
Last recorded43,365 miles
Recorded on19 Jan 2015
Typical for 1954 MG Magnette60,356 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYTW 179
MakeMG
ModelMagnette
Year1954
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,622cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 19 Jan 2015 43,365 miles
Pass 17 May 2012 41,283 miles

Nearside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Offside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Pass 24 May 2011 43,042 miles
Pass 18 May 2010 39,003 miles
Pass 19 May 2009 38,085 miles
Pass 23 May 2008 35,774 miles
Pass 24 May 2007 33,679 miles
Pass 23 May 2006 31,581 miles

How Reliable is the MG Magnette?

Based on 4,082 MOT tests across 613 vehicles.

83.0%
Pass Rate
415
Miles/Year
92
Year Lifespan
613
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brakes imbalanced across an axle 151
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 118
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 94
brake binding 82
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 76
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YTW 179 is a 1954 MG Magnette in Black with a 1,622cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1954 MG Magnette models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.5% with a typical mileage of 60,356 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG Magnette fails its MOT is brakes imbalanced across an axle, accounting for 151 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YTW 179, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG Magnette typically stays on UK roads for around 92 years. At 72 years old, this MG Magnette is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of YTW 179?

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What year was YTW 179 registered?

YTW 179 is a 1954 MG Magnette, first registered on 3 May 1954.

Is YTW 179 safe to buy?

The MOT history for YTW 179 shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YTW 179 have outstanding finance?

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