The 1956 MG Za has 5 electrical parts with verified fitment on this page — 3 part types and 5 brands, covering the 1.5L L4 engine. Each part includes a manufacturer part number and application notes.
On the 1956 MG Za, the electrical system covers charging, starting and the sensors and modules the vehicle relies on, from alternator and starter to oxygen sensors. All 5 listed parts are Alternator / Generator End Bearing (3 parts), Battery (1 part) and Starter Solenoid Switch Cover (1 part).
The 1956 MG Za came with a single engine, the 1.5L L4, and every part is verified against it.
5 brands supply electrical parts for the 1956 MG Za, led by WJB / INMOTION PARTS (1 part), BCA (1 part) and NATIONAL (1 part), plus 2 more brands. Quality grades include Standard Replacement and Economy.
Each part number listed for the 1956 MG Za opens a page with every vehicle that part fits.
Alternator / Generator End Bearing
Economy
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WJB / INMOTION PARTS | RB6202 | 🇺🇸 US | Open Designwith Lucas Alternator | View on Amazon |
Standard Replacement
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BCA | NB202 | 🇺🇸 US | 22 Ampswith Lucas, C40 Alternator | View on Amazon |
| NATIONAL | 202 | 🇺🇸 US | Open Designwith Lucas Alternator | View on Amazon |
This table covers the bearings in the alternator housing. Typical signs include a growl that rises with speed, or play in the shaft or hub. Set preload the way the notes specify. A dry or crushed bearing fails quickly.
3 Alternator / Generator End Bearing parts are listed for the 1956 MG Za, from WJB / INMOTION PARTS, BCA and NATIONAL.
In the Economy grade, WJB / INMOTION PARTS supplies 1 part: the catalog's value-priced group. A representative part number is WJB / INMOTION PARTS RB6202.
The Standard Replacement section lists 2 options from BCA and NATIONAL — built to original-equipment specification. BCA NB202 is listed in this group.
Listed part numbers: WJB / INMOTION PARTS RB6202, BCA NB202 and NATIONAL 202.
Battery
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FULLRIVER | FT96527 | 🇺🇸 US | BCI Group 27(Length X Width X Height) 12.09 In x 6.65 In x 9.33 In | View on Amazon |
This table covers the batteries listed by group size and specification. Typical signs include slow cranking, a battery lamp, or a no-start after the vehicle sat overnight. Confirm group size and terminal layout in the notes. Clean the posts and the ground before condemning the battery.
One part is listed for the 1956 MG Za — FULLRIVER FT96527.
Starter Solenoid Switch Cover
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| METRO | RP1 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Sold IndividuallyReproduction | View on Amazon |
This table covers the Starter Solenoid Switch covers.
One part is listed for the 1956 MG Za — METRO RP1.
Buying Electrical Parts for a 1956 MG Za
On this vehicle, the electrical system covers charging, starting and the sensors and modules the vehicle relies on, from alternator and starter to oxygen sensors.
- Confirm you have the 1.5L L4 engine — every part on this page is matched to it.
- Read the notes on each row for position, trim and spec qualifiers before you order.
- Where labor overlaps, clean or renew the battery terminals and grounds with any charging-system repair.
- Cross-reference the manufacturer part number against your old part or a service-manual listing.
Start with the largest groups on this page: Alternator / Generator End Bearing and Battery .
Frequently Asked Questions
How many electrical parts fit the 1956 MG Za?
Our catalog currently lists 5 electrical parts for the 1956 MG Za across 3 subcategories and 5 brands, covering the 1.5L L4 engine. Each part is matched to the engine(s) it fits.
What are the signs of electrical problems on a 1956 MG Za?
Common symptoms include slow cranking on cold mornings, a battery light that flickers, dim lights at idle, or a check-engine code pointing at a sensor circuit. If you notice any of these, identify the affected subcategory above and cross-reference the part numbers listed.
What should I replace at the same time?
Where labor overlaps, clean or renew the battery terminals and grounds with any charging-system repair.
What do the market flags (US, CA, MX) on each part mean?
They show the market for which the manufacturer published application data for that part — where the vehicle was first sold, not where the part was made. If your 1956 MG Za was originally sold in the US, the safest choice is a part marked for the US market.
How do I make sure a part fits my 1956 MG Za?
Every part on this page is matched to the 1.5L L4 engine. Then test before replacing — a failed alternator and a bad ground can look identical, and sensors are frequently condemned for wiring faults. The notes column carries position and trim qualifiers where they apply.
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