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HSU 858

1987 MG Td

Red Petrol 1250cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Apr 2018
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

13,948 mi
Last recorded13,948 miles
Recorded on11 Apr 2017
Typical for 1987 MG Td74,196 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHSU 858
MakeMG
ModelTd
Year1987
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,250cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Apr 2017 13,948 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2014 12,317 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2012 11,186 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2011 10,024 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2010 9,508 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2009 8,775 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2008 7,982 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2007 7,545 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2006 7,201 miles

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

Offside Front Upper Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

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

slight play offside steering rack

Pass 8 Jul 2005 7,125 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2005 7,125 miles

Nearside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

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

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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HSU 858 is a 1987 MG Td in Red with a 1,250cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 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 HSU 858, 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 HSU 858?

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What year was HSU 858 registered?

HSU 858 is a 1987 MG Td, first registered on 15 December 1987.

Is HSU 858 safe to buy?

The MOT history for HSU 858 shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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