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487 UYW

1953 MG Td

Black Petrol 1250cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jun 2025
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

10,223 mi
Last recorded10,223 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2024
Typical for 1953 MG Td26,417 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration487 UYW
MakeMG
ModelTd
Year1953
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,250cc
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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2024 10,223 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2023 9,648 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2019 9,503 miles

Offside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Steering wheel has movement relative to the column such that there is a serious risk of detachment (2.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive engine/gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Steering column top bearing slightly worn has play (2.2.2 (b))

offside front spot lamp not working

Pass 27 Jul 2018 8,618 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2015 4,534 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2013 1,990 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2012 76,179 miles
Pass 27 May 2011 74,648 miles
Pass 27 May 2010 72,929 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2009 69,963 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2008 66,468 miles

How Reliable is the MG Td?

Based on 2,497 MOT tests across 364 vehicles.

87.1%
Pass Rate
304
Miles/Year
76
Year Lifespan
364
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brakes imbalanced across an axle 72
brake recording little or no effort 59
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 41
brake binding 34
parking brake recording little or no effort 27
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487 UYW is a 1953 MG Td in Black with a 1,250cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 1953 MG Td models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.7% with a typical mileage of 26,417 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG Td fails its MOT is brakes imbalanced across an axle, accounting for 72 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 487 UYW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG Td typically stays on UK roads for around 76 years. At 73 years old, this MG Td is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of 487 UYW?

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What year was 487 UYW registered?

487 UYW is a 1953 MG Td, first registered on 18 April 1953.

Is 487 UYW safe to buy?

The MOT history for 487 UYW shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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