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XSV 385

1955 MG Tf

Red Petrol 1250cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Nov 2012
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

53,438 mi
Last recorded53,438 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2011
Typical for 1955 MG Tf24,144 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXSV 385
MakeMG
ModelTf
Year1955
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,250cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 17 Nov 2011 53,438 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2010 53,436 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Oil leak

Pass 12 Oct 2009 53,434 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2008 53,431 miles

Oil leak

Pass 23 Oct 2007 53,429 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2006 53,426 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 19 Oct 2005 53,421 miles

How Reliable is the MG Tf?

Based on 475,348 MOT tests across 28,732 vehicles.

72.8%
Pass Rate
2,413
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
28,732
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 17,890
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 17,830
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 17,226
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 11,638
parking brake recording little or no effort 9,951
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XSV 385 is a 1955 MG Tf in Red with a 1,250cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1955 MG Tf models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.7% with a typical mileage of 24,144 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG Tf fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 17,890 recorded failures. If you're considering buying XSV 385, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG Tf typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 71 years old, this MG Tf is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of XSV 385?

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What year was XSV 385 registered?

XSV 385 is a 1955 MG Tf, first registered on 31 December 1955.

Is XSV 385 safe to buy?

The MOT history for XSV 385 shows 7 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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