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TSU 436

1952 MG Roadster

Green Petrol 1250cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Apr 2013
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

26,659 mi
Last recorded26,659 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2012
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTSU 436
MakeMG
ModelRoadster
Year1952
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,250cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2012 26,659 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Fail 27 Apr 2012 26,659 miles

Nearside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Fail 11 Mar 2011 24,696 miles

Brake pivot worn but not seriously weakened (3.5.1e)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Oil leak

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 11 Mar 2011 24,696 miles

Brake pivot worn but not seriously weakened (3.5.1e)

Oil leak

Pass 27 Mar 2010 22,855 miles

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

Nearside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

n/s door mirror missing

Fail 10 Mar 2010 22,853 miles

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

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

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

Offside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

n/s wing mirror missing

Pass 16 Mar 2009 21,717 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

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

front door latches worn

Pass 12 Oct 2007 20,288 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

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

Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

both doors hinges worn making them difficult to shut

Pass 26 Sep 2006 17,837 miles

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

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

front doors hinges worn making it awkward to shut doors

steering rack worn o/s

wipers not working but screen folds down

Fail 10 Jun 2006 17,837 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer missing (7.2.4c)

Headlamp switch faulty (1.7.1)

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Rear Upper Leaf spring has a deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Parking brake lever, pawl mechanism pivots or their associated mountings are insecure (3.1.4b)

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

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

front door hinges worn making it awkward to shut doors

steering rack worn o/s

wipers not working but screen folds down

How Reliable is the MG Roadster?

Based on 16,734 MOT tests across 1,649 vehicles.

80.3%
Pass Rate
379
Miles/Year
67
Year Lifespan
1,649
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 390
brake binding 298
Stop lamp not working 280
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 274
Steering rack gaiter split 202
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TSU 436 is a 1952 MG Roadster in Green with a 1,250cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

The most common reason a MG Roadster fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 390 recorded failures. If you're considering buying TSU 436, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG Roadster typically stays on UK roads for around 67 years. At 74 years old, this MG Roadster is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was TSU 436 registered?

TSU 436 is a 1952 MG Roadster, first registered on 30 December 1952.

Is TSU 436 safe to buy?

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