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VSY 597

1996 MG Td

Silver Petrol 1250cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Mar 2020
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

82,865 mi
Last recorded82,865 miles
Recorded on29 Mar 2019
Typical for 1996 MG Td47,098 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVSY 597
MakeMG
ModelTd
Year1996
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,250cc
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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 29 Mar 2019 82,865 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2016 81,642 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2015 77,770 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2013 72,765 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2012 71,499 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2011 70,571 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2009 67,000 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2008 66,306 miles

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Pass 18 Aug 2007 64,776 miles

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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VSY 597 is a 1996 MG Td in Silver with a 1,250cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1996 MG Td models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.9% with a typical mileage of 47,098 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 VSY 597, 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 30 years old, this MG Td is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of VSY 597?

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What year was VSY 597 registered?

VSY 597 is a 1996 MG Td, first registered on 9 December 1996.

Is VSY 597 safe to buy?

The MOT history for VSY 597 shows 9 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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