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ESV 686

1989 MG Td

Cream Petrol 1250cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jun 2008
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

5,753 mi
Last recorded5,753 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2007
Typical for 1989 MG Td34,242 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationESV 686
MakeMG
ModelTd
Year1989
ColourCream
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,250cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 11 Jun 2007 5,753 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 14 Dec 2005 5,696 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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ESV 686 is a 1989 MG Td in Cream with a 1,250cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1989 MG Td models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.6% with a typical mileage of 34,242 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 ESV 686, 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 37 years old, this MG Td is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of ESV 686?

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What year was ESV 686 registered?

ESV 686 is a 1989 MG Td, first registered on 10 March 1989.

Is ESV 686 safe to buy?

The MOT history for ESV 686 shows 2 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does ESV 686 have outstanding finance?

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