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TS 400

1949 MG Tc

Red Petrol 1250cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jun 2024
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

75,987 mi
Last recorded75,987 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2023
Typical for 1949 MG Tc10,916 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTS 400
MakeMG
ModelTc
Year1949
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,250cc
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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Jun 2023 75,987 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2021 75,885 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2020 75,866 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2019 75,779 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2018 75,745 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2017 75,729 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2016 75,705 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2015 75,667 miles

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

Front slight brake pull

Nearside Front brake slight binding

Offside Front Service brake grabbing slightly (3.7.C.2)

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

oil leaks

Pass 13 Mar 2014 75,625 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2012 7,559 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2011 75,559 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 21 Sep 2010 75,509 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2009 75,452 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2009 75,434 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Pass 30 Jul 2008 75,374 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2007 75,327 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2006 75,152 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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TS 400 is a 1949 MG Tc in Red with a 1,250cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 TS 400, 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 TS 400?

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What year was TS 400 registered?

TS 400 is a 1949 MG Tc, first registered on 20 July 1949.

Is TS 400 safe to buy?

The MOT history for TS 400 shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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