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XSU 559

1991 MG Tc

Red Petrol 1250cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Sep 2025
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

21,058 mi
Last recorded21,058 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2024
Typical for 1991 MG Tc14,455 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXSU 559
MakeMG
ModelTc
Year1991
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,250cc

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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 12 Sep 2024 21,058 miles
Pass 23 May 2023 20,932 miles
Pass 18 May 2022 20,839 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2021 20,707 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2019 20,480 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2018 19,553 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2017 19,338 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2016 19,012 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2015 18,264 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2014 17,076 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2013 16,682 miles

Oil leak

Pass 20 Dec 2012 16,682 miles

Nearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Oil leak

Pass 15 Dec 2011 16,681 miles

Oil leak

Pass 8 Jun 2011 16,681 miles
Pass 20 May 2010 15,366 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2009 14,509 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2008 12,474 miles

Nearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 20 Feb 2007 11,033 miles

Nearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 20 Oct 2005 11,077 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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XSU 559 is a 1991 MG Tc in Red with a 1,250cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1991 MG Tc models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.6% with a typical mileage of 14,455 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 XSU 559, 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 35 years old, this MG Tc is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of XSU 559?

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What year was XSU 559 registered?

XSU 559 is a 1991 MG Tc, first registered on 1 May 1991.

Is XSU 559 safe to buy?

The MOT history for XSU 559 shows 19 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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