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FAN 991

1987 MG Td

Cream Petrol 1250cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Aug 2018
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

15,109 mi
Last recorded15,109 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2017
Typical for 1987 MG Td74,196 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFAN 991
MakeMG
ModelTd
Year1987
ColourCream
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,250cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2017 15,109 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 19 Aug 2017 15,103 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

rear parking (secondary) brakes imbalanced (3.7.B.6b)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 30 May 2015 14,355 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2013 13,815 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2012 13,494 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2011 13,084 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 17 Jul 2010 12,761 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2009 12,232 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 11 Jul 2009 12,227 miles

Parking brake lever, pawl mechanism pivot(s) or their associated mountings locking device insecure (3.1.4b)

Tyre(s) incorrect because cross-ply or bias-belted tyres are fitted on the rear axle and radial-ply tyres are fitted on the front axle. (4.1.A.2b)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Pass 12 Jul 2008 11,855 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2007 11,586 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2006 11,052 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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FAN 991 is a 1987 MG Td in Cream with a 1,250cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1987 MG Td models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.3% with a typical mileage of 74,196 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FAN 991, 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 39 years old, this MG Td is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of FAN 991?

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What year was FAN 991 registered?

FAN 991 is a 1987 MG Td, first registered on 13 August 1987.

Is FAN 991 safe to buy?

The MOT history for FAN 991 shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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