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DFV 297

1994 MG Tc

Red Petrol 1250cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Apr 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

14,681 mi
Last recorded14,681 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2026
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDFV 297
MakeMG
ModelTc
Year1994
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,250cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2026 14,681 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2025 14,579 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2024 14,537 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2022 14,202 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2021 14,109 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2020 13,844 miles
Pass 13 May 2019 13,620 miles
Pass 2 May 2018 13,227 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2017 12,765 miles
Pass 5 May 2016 12,550 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2015 11,919 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 23 Apr 2014 111,089 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 26 Apr 2013 10,195 miles
Pass 8 May 2012 9,575 miles

Nearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Fail 26 Apr 2011 6,867 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 26 Apr 2011 6,867 miles

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

Pass 4 May 2010 5,605 miles
Pass 11 May 2009 3,652 miles
Pass 12 May 2008 2,104 miles
Pass 4 May 2007 153 miles
Pass 9 May 2006 97,534 miles

How Reliable is the MG Tc?

Based on 2,261 MOT tests across 377 vehicles.

88.9%
Pass Rate
336
Miles/Year
80
Year Lifespan
377
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brakes imbalanced across an axle 47
Stop lamp not working 44
parking brake recording little or no effort 26
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 25
brake application uneven 25
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DFV 297 is a 1994 MG Tc in Red with a 1,250cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

The most common reason a MG Tc fails its MOT is brakes imbalanced across an axle, accounting for 47 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DFV 297, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG Tc typically stays on UK roads for around 80 years. At 32 years old, this MG Tc is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DFV 297 registered?

DFV 297 is a 1994 MG Tc, first registered on 11 January 1994.

Is DFV 297 safe to buy?

The MOT history for DFV 297 shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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