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YFF 233

1961 MG Mga

Black Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Jul 2026
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

36,109 mi
Last recorded36,109 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2025
Typical for 1961 MG Mga19,633 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYFF 233
MakeMG
ModelMga
Year1961
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc
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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2025 36,109 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2024 36,104 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2015 35,913 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2015 35,524 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2015 35,522 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

NSR Brake plate has wetness

Oil leak

Pass 16 Dec 2013 35,291 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2012 34,852 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2011 34,413 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2010 33,697 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2009 32,839 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2008 32,569 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2008 32,569 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 17 Nov 2007 32,081 miles

Offside front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)

offside front disc slightly corroded

Pass 1 Dec 2006 31,445 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2005 30,103 miles

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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YFF 233 is a 1961 MG Mga in Black with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 1961 MG Mga models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.8% with a typical mileage of 19,633 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 YFF 233, 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 65 years old, this MG Mga is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YFF 233 registered?

YFF 233 is a 1961 MG Mga, first registered on 25 July 1961.

Is YFF 233 safe to buy?

The MOT history for YFF 233 shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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