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MCS 505

1956 MG Mga

Red Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jun 2013
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

75,597 mi
Last recorded75,597 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2012
Typical for 1956 MG Mga15,002 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMCS 505
MakeMG
ModelMga
Year1956
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc
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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 22 Jun 2012 75,597 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2010 75,448 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2009 75,297 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

Oil leak

How Reliable is the MG Mga?

Based on 3,780 MOT tests across 451 vehicles.

85.3%
Pass Rate
340
Miles/Year
70
Year Lifespan
451
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp not working 65
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 58
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 46
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 46
brake binding 42
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MCS 505 is a 1956 MG Mga in Red with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1956 MG Mga models, the average MOT pass rate is 94.8% with a typical mileage of 15,002 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG Mga fails its MOT is stop lamp not working, accounting for 65 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MCS 505, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG Mga typically stays on UK roads for around 70 years. At 70 years old, this MG Mga is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of MCS 505?

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What year was MCS 505 registered?

MCS 505 is a 1956 MG Mga, first registered on 1 February 1956.

Is MCS 505 safe to buy?

The MOT history for MCS 505 shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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