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YKT 141

1957 MG A

White Petrol 1489cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Aug 2010
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

452 mi
Last recorded452 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2009
Typical for 1957 MG A18,678 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYKT 141
MakeMG
ModelA
Year1957
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,489cc
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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2009 452 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2009 452 miles

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Pass 13 Jun 2008 386 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Electrical light switch difficult

Fail 21 Apr 2006 357 miles

Battery Tray rusted

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Pass 21 Apr 2006 357 miles

Battery Tray rusted

How Reliable is the MG A?

Based on 15,457 MOT tests across 1,952 vehicles.

85.6%
Pass Rate
338
Miles/Year
70
Year Lifespan
1,952
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp not working 230
brake binding 224
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 222
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 202
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 183
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YKT 141 is a 1957 MG A in White with a 1,489cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1957 MG A models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.8% with a typical mileage of 18,678 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 A fails its MOT is stop lamp not working, accounting for 230 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YKT 141, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG A typically stays on UK roads for around 70 years. At 69 years old, this MG A is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of YKT 141?

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What year was YKT 141 registered?

YKT 141 is a 1957 MG A, first registered on 12 March 1957.

Is YKT 141 safe to buy?

The MOT history for YKT 141 shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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