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186 XUP

1958 MG Magnette

Green Petrol 1489cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Aug 2024
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

74,297 mi
Last recorded74,297 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2023
Typical for 1958 MG Magnette52,404 mi

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Vehicle Details

Registration186 XUP
MakeMG
ModelMagnette
Year1958
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,489cc
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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Aug 2023 74,297 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2022 73,513 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2021 72,924 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2010 71,000 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 6 Jan 2009 70,073 miles
Fail 22 Dec 2008 70,073 miles

Front Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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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186 XUP is a 1958 MG Magnette in Green with a 1,489cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1958 MG Magnette models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.6% with a typical mileage of 52,404 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 186 XUP, 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 68 years old, this MG Magnette is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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How do I check the history of 186 XUP?

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What year was 186 XUP registered?

186 XUP is a 1958 MG Magnette, first registered on 31 December 1958.

Is 186 XUP safe to buy?

The MOT history for 186 XUP shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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