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DFR 831

1949 MG Tc

Yellow Petrol 1250cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Apr 2016
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

538 mi
Last recorded538 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2015
Typical for 1949 MG Tc10,916 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDFR 831
MakeMG
ModelTc
Year1949
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,250cc
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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 15 Apr 2015 538 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2011 346 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2010 13 miles
Pass 13 May 2009 8,081 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2009 8,035 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2008 7,859 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2007 7,603 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2006 7,458 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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DFR 831 is a 1949 MG Tc in Yellow with a 1,250cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1949 MG Tc models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.7% with a typical mileage of 10,916 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 DFR 831, 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 77 years old, this MG Tc is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of DFR 831?

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What year was DFR 831 registered?

DFR 831 is a 1949 MG Tc, first registered on 3 February 1949.

Is DFR 831 safe to buy?

The MOT history for DFR 831 shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DFR 831 have outstanding finance?

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