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YWG 255

1949 MG Unknown

Black Petrol 1250cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Apr 2024
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

6,579 mi
Last recorded6,579 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2023
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYWG 255
MakeMG
ModelUnknown
Year1949
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,250cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 13 Apr 2023 6,579 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2022 6,277 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2021 6,034 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2018 4,915 miles

How Reliable is the MG Unknown?

Based on 711 MOT tests across 358 vehicles.

84.0%
Pass Rate
1,492
Miles/Year
11
Year Lifespan
358
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Direction indicator not working 7
Stop lamp not working 7
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 6
Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 5
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 5
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YWG 255 is a 1949 MG Unknown in Black with a 1,250cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

The most common reason a MG Unknown fails its MOT is direction indicator not working, accounting for 7 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YWG 255, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG Unknown typically stays on UK roads for around 11 years. At 77 years old, this MG Unknown is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of YWG 255?

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What year was YWG 255 registered?

YWG 255 is a 1949 MG Unknown, first registered on 31 December 1949.

Is YWG 255 safe to buy?

The MOT history for YWG 255 shows 4 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 YWG 255 have outstanding finance?

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