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SMC 278

1947 MG Tc

Green Petrol 1250cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Sep 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

45,371 mi
Last recorded45,371 miles
Recorded on6 Sep 2025
Typical for 1947 MG Tc13,811 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSMC 278
MakeMG
ModelTc
Year1947
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,250cc
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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Sep 2025 45,371 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Aug 2024 44,915 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2021 43,806 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2020 43,263 miles

Horn not working properly (7.7 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive front & rear of engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Steering box slight play between sector shaft and the drop arm (2.1.3 (a) (ii))

Pass 31 Oct 2019 43,153 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2018 42,241 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2016 40,910 miles

Advise checking nearside rear shockabsorber link fixing

Pass 20 Oct 2015 39,644 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2014 36,560 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2013 33,802 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 12 Jun 2012 31,882 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2011 28,094 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2010 25,346 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2009 21,857 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2008 18,488 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2008 18,488 miles

Steering component is not secure to the vehicle structure (2.2.B.1a)

Pass 28 Jun 2007 15,341 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2006 11,970 miles

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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SMC 278 is a 1947 MG Tc in Green with a 1,250cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

Across all 1947 MG Tc models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.2% with a typical mileage of 13,811 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 SMC 278, 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 79 years old, this MG Tc is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of SMC 278?

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What year was SMC 278 registered?

SMC 278 is a 1947 MG Tc, first registered on 11 June 1947.

Is SMC 278 safe to buy?

The MOT history for SMC 278 shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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