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YSU 860

1990 MG Td/tf

Red Petrol 1250cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Feb 2013
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

14,279 mi
Last recorded14,279 miles
Recorded on29 Feb 2012
Typical for 1990 MG Td/tf25,102 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYSU 860
MakeMG
ModelTd/tf
Year1990
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,250cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Feb 2012 14,279 miles

ADVISE ALL DASH INSTRUMENTS NEED OVERHAUL - MILEAGE DOSENT WORK ON SPEEDO

ADVISE SEND ALL INSTRUMENTS AWAY FOR OVERHAUL

FRONT WINDSCREEN WASH WEAK -ADVISE REPLACE WASHERPUMP

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

HOOD HAS SHRUNK DUE TO AGE

NEARSIDE REAR BRAKE BACKPLATE DAMP

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Nearside Rear Lower Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Nearside Rear Upper Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Offside Rear Lower Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Offside Rear Upper Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

REV COUNTER NOT WORKING

SLIGHT OIL LEAKS FROM ENGINE AND REAR DIFFERENTIAL

Pass 15 Feb 2011 14,279 miles

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

Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Slight weep on rear diff

Pass 27 Feb 2010 14,279 miles

ALL TYRES STARTING TO PERISH

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

Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Oil leak

REAR DIFFERENTIAL OIL LEAK

Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

Pass 21 Feb 2009 14,279 miles

ALL TYRES STARTING TO PERRISH

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

Coolant leak

Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Oil leak

REAR DIFF LEAKING

Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

Fail 13 Feb 2009 14,279 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Front passenger door does not latch securely closed (6.2.B.1a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

ALL TYRES STARTING TO PERRISH

Coolant leak

Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Oil leak

REAR DIFF LEAKING

Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

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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YSU 860 is a 1990 MG Td/tf in Red with a 1,250cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1990 MG Td/tf models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.4% with a typical mileage of 25,102 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 YSU 860, 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 36 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 YSU 860 registered?

YSU 860 is a 1990 MG Td/tf, first registered on 1 August 1990.

Is YSU 860 safe to buy?

The MOT history for YSU 860 shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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