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FSV 798

1985 MG Tf

Red Petrol 1248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jun 2014
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

14,164 mi
Last recorded14,164 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2013
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFSV 798
MakeMG
ModelTf
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,248cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2013 14,164 miles

Oil leak

brake master cyl ruber cap damp

Pass 10 May 2012 12,628 miles

Oil leak

brake master cyl end ruber damp

Pass 12 May 2011 11,286 miles

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

Pass 12 May 2010 10,074 miles

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

Pass 21 May 2009 8,847 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2008 8,392 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2008 8,381 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 31 May 2007 7,011 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2006 6,793 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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FSV 798 is a 1985 MG Tf in Red with a 1,248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 FSV 798, 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 41 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 FSV 798?

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What year was FSV 798 registered?

FSV 798 is a 1985 MG Tf, first registered on 21 October 1985.

Is FSV 798 safe to buy?

The MOT history for FSV 798 shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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