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GR 8614

1988 MG Tc

Green Petrol 1250cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Dec 2020
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

50,722 mi
Last recorded50,722 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2019
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGR 8614
MakeMG
ModelTc
Year1988
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,250cc
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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2019 50,722 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (front) (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Fail 25 Jun 2019 50,722 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (front) (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 May 2018 48,688 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2017 47,729 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 10 Apr 2015 44,491 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2014 43,520 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2013 41,538 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2012 40,773 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2011 39,454 miles

Nearside Front front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Offside Rear rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Fail 5 Apr 2011 39,454 miles

Nearside Front front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Pass 16 Apr 2010 38,544 miles

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)

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

Pass 23 Apr 2009 37,527 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2008 36,658 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Fail 18 Apr 2008 36,658 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 11 Apr 2007 35,401 miles

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 21 Apr 2006 34,720 miles

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

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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GR 8614 is a 1988 MG Tc in Green with a 1,250cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 GR 8614, 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 38 years old, this MG Tc is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was GR 8614 registered?

GR 8614 is a 1988 MG Tc, first registered on 13 July 1988.

Is GR 8614 safe to buy?

The MOT history for GR 8614 shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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