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TVJ 271

1975 Rover MG

Red Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 May 2019
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

3,567 mi
Last recorded3,567 miles
Recorded on9 May 2018
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTVJ 271
MakeRover
ModelMG
Year1975
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 May 2018 3,567 miles

Nearside Front Brake binding slightly

Pass 21 Jul 2016 3,552 miles

Nearside Front bottom trunion slight play

Offside Front trunion slight play

Oil leak gearbox ()

Oil leak rear diff ()

exhaust blowing on manifold flange

park brake cable bracket bolt loose

Fail 21 Jul 2016 3,552 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

registration plate fitted to the front does not have black characters on a white background (6.3.2a)

registration plate fitted to the rear does not have black characters on a yellow background (6.3.2b)

Nearside Front bottom trunion slight play

Nearside Front brake binding

Offside Front brake binding

Offside Front trunion slight play

Oil leak gearbox ()

Oil leak rear diff ()

exhaust blowing on manifold flange

park brake cable bracket bolt loose

Pass 15 Jul 2015 3,509 miles

Nearside front brake binding slightly

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

Offside front brake binding slightly

Pass 21 Jul 2014 3,456 miles

Electrical wiring poorly installed but not likely to become damaged

Nearside front brake binding slightly

Offside front brake binding slightly

Oil leak

Fail 21 Jul 2014 3,456 miles

Electrical wiring poorly installed but not likely to become damaged

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside front brake binding slightly

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside front brake binding slightly

Oil leak

Pass 30 Jul 2012 3,434 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2011 3,429 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2011 3,422 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 20 Apr 2010 3,364 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2010 3,344 miles

registration plate fitted to the front does not have black characters on a white background (6.3.2a)

registration plate fitted to the rear does not have black characters on a yellow background (6.3.2b)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

How Reliable is the Rover MG?

Based on 1,266 MOT tests across 110 vehicles.

71.6%
Pass Rate
1,284
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
110
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 70
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 60
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 42
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 42
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 37
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TVJ 271 is a 1975 Rover MG in Red with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

The most common reason a Rover MG fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 70 recorded failures. If you're considering buying TVJ 271, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Rover MG typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 51 years old, this Rover MG is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was TVJ 271 registered?

TVJ 271 is a 1975 Rover MG, first registered on 14 October 1975.

Is TVJ 271 safe to buy?

The MOT history for TVJ 271 shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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