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JSU 281

1988 MG Tf

Red Petrol 1589cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Aug 2012
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

9,889 mi
Last recorded9,889 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2011
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJSU 281
MakeMG
ModelTf
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,589cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2011 9,889 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2010 9,855 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2009 9,677 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2008 9,562 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2007 9,328 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2007 9,328 miles

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

Pass 11 Aug 2006 8,956 miles

How Reliable is the MG Tf?

Based on 475,348 MOT tests across 28,732 vehicles.

72.8%
Pass Rate
2,413
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
28,732
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 17,890
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 17,830
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 17,226
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 11,638
parking brake recording little or no effort 9,951
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JSU 281 is a 1988 MG Tf in Red with a 1,589cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

The most common reason a MG Tf fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 17,890 recorded failures. If you're considering buying JSU 281, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG Tf typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 38 years old, this MG Tf is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of JSU 281?

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What year was JSU 281 registered?

JSU 281 is a 1988 MG Tf, first registered on 18 July 1988.

Is JSU 281 safe to buy?

The MOT history for JSU 281 shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does JSU 281 have outstanding finance?

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