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Red · Petrol · 1961 · 1,622 cc

SSD 236MOT history

SSD 236 is a red petrol MG A first used on 21 Aug 1961. Its MOT is valid until 31 Aug 2027 and it has passed 10 of 13 MOT tests, with 55,690 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 31 Aug 2027
Mileage
55,690 mi
At MOT on 1 Sept 2026
MOT tests
13
10 passed · 3 failed
Per year
265 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
SSD 236
Registration format
Dateless
Make
MG
Model
A
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,622 cc
Year of manufacture
1961
First used
21 Aug 1961
MOT status
MOT valid until 31 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
1 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

SSD 236 was last recorded at 55,690 miles on 1 Sept 2026, 26 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Aug 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
55,664 miles · 27 Aug 2026
Between the last two tests
26 miles
Average per year
265 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 55,690 miles
  • 2025 – 55,254 miles
  • 2020 – 53,438 miles
  • 2019 – 53,165 miles
  • 2018 – 52,450 miles
  • 2017 – 52,263 miles
  • 2016 – 51,883 miles
  • 2014 – 51,527 miles
  • 2009 – 50,909 miles
  • 2008 – 50,824 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass55,690 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Both sides inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Nearside Front Inner INNER SILL MINOR CORROSION

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front INNER SILL MINOR CORROSION

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • REAR DIFF SLIGHT OIL LEAK FROM PINION SEAL

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • SLIGHT OIL LEAK FROM ENGINE

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

13 tests since 12 Apr 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass55,690 miles (+26)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    55,690 miles
    Test number
    921840996192
    • AdvisoryFront Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Both sides inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail55,664 miles (+410)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,664 miles
    Test number
    969089611731
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Both sides inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass55,254 miles (+55)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    55,254 miles
    Test number
    523042217488
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner INNER SILL MINOR CORROSION
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front INNER SILL MINOR CORROSION
    • AdvisoryREAR DIFF SLIGHT OIL LEAK FROM PINION SEAL
    • AdvisorySLIGHT OIL LEAK FROM ENGINE

  4. Fail55,199 miles (+1,761)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,199 miles
    Test number
    969742520749
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner INNER SILL MINOR CORROSION
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front INNER SILL MINOR CORROSION
    • AdvisoryREAR DIFF SLIGHT OIL LEAK FROM PINION SEAL
    • AdvisorySLIGHT OIL LEAK FROM ENGINE

  5. Pass53,438 miles (+273)
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    53,438 miles
    Test number
    979502309596

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass53,165 miles (+715)
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    53,165 miles
    Test number
    966034900968

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass52,450 miles (+187)
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    52,450 miles
    Test number
    906405756336

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass52,263 miles (+380)
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2018
    Odometer
    52,263 miles
    Test number
    248574226936

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass51,883 miles (+356)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    51,883 miles
    Test number
    892291322958

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass51,527 miles (+618)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    51,527 miles
    Test number
    568214974262
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

  11. Pass50,909 miles (+85)
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2010
    Odometer
    50,909 miles
    Test number
    201893039151

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass50,824 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    50,824 miles
    Test number
    204950018162

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail50,824 miles6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,824 miles
    Test number
    200783008477
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureIndicator switch faulty (1.4.A.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear An item not tested (Manual)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureRear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Questions about SSD 236

What vehicle is registration SSD 236 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show SSD 236 on a red petrol MG A first used on 21 Aug 1961. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does SSD 236 currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on SSD 236 is valid until 31 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on SSD 236?
The MOT on SSD 236 is valid until 31 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has SSD 236 done?
SSD 236 was recorded at 55,690 miles at its MOT on 1 Sept 2026, an average of 265 miles a year.
Has SSD 236 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. SSD 236 has failed 3 of its 13 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on SSD 236 ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on SSD 236 find?
SSD 236 passed its latest MOT on 1 Sept 2026 with 3 advisories: front integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both sides inner sill; oil leak, but not excessive engine; oil leak, but not excessive rear diff.

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