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VSU 495

1991 MG Td/tf

Red Petrol 1250cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Aug 2013
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

29,045 mi
Last recorded29,045 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2012
Typical for 1991 MG Td/tf12,374 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVSU 495
MakeMG
ModelTd/tf
Year1991
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,250cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2012 29,045 miles

Oil leak

Fail 14 Aug 2012 29,031 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Oil leak

Pass 18 Apr 2011 28,930 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2010 28,487 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2009 27,759 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2008 26,501 miles

dampnes aroud n/s/r half shaft area

slight inbalance on front brakes

Pass 19 Apr 2007 25,808 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2007 25,784 miles

Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 20 Apr 2006 25,756 miles

How Reliable is the MG Td/tf?

Based on 4,175 MOT tests across 633 vehicles.

86.2%
Pass Rate
257
Miles/Year
76
Year Lifespan
633
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brakes imbalanced across an axle 110
brake binding 66
brake recording little or no effort 65
Stop lamp not working 57
brake application uneven 52
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VSU 495 is a 1991 MG Td/tf in Red with a 1,250cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1991 MG Td/tf models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.4% with a typical mileage of 12,374 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a MG Td/tf fails its MOT is brakes imbalanced across an axle, accounting for 110 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VSU 495, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG Td/tf typically stays on UK roads for around 76 years. At 35 years old, this MG Td/tf is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VSU 495 registered?

VSU 495 is a 1991 MG Td/tf, first registered on 6 August 1991.

Is VSU 495 safe to buy?

The MOT history for VSU 495 shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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