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ESK 649

1991 MG Tc

Red Petrol 1250cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 May 2026
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

20,034 mi
Last recorded20,034 miles
Recorded on10 May 2025
Typical for 1991 MG Tc14,455 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationESK 649
MakeMG
ModelTc
Year1991
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,250cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 10 May 2025 20,034 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 31 May 2024 19,494 miles

o/side kingpin slight play

Pass 27 Apr 2023 19,165 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 11 Jun 2022 18,803 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 19 Jun 2021 18,242 miles

Front Leaf spring has slight wear in an anchor pin and/or bush front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Leaf spring has slight wear in an anchor pin and/or bush front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

slight play both king pins

Pass 1 Apr 2019 17,695 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn offside plus nearside front kingpins slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Jun 2017 16,778 miles

Offside Rear Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 14 May 2016 16,660 miles

Offside oilo leak

Pass 5 Jun 2015 16,061 miles

Temporary fuel cap fitted

Pass 14 Jun 2014 15,728 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2013 14,968 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2012 14,455 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2011 13,917 miles

Oil leak

Pass 12 Jun 2010 13,081 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 11 Jun 2009 12,454 miles

Nearside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 31 May 2008 11,859 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

offside rear foot brake reading low

Pass 5 Jun 2007 11,762 miles
Pass 26 May 2006 11,124 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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ESK 649 is a 1991 MG Tc in Red with a 1,250cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1991 MG Tc models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.6% with a typical mileage of 14,455 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 ESK 649, 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 35 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 ESK 649 registered?

ESK 649 is a 1991 MG Tc, first registered on 1 April 1991.

Is ESK 649 safe to buy?

The MOT history for ESK 649 shows 18 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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