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TSU 462

1989 MG Tc

Red Petrol 1250cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jul 2013
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

16,123 mi
Last recorded16,123 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2012
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTSU 462
MakeMG
ModelTc
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,250cc
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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2012 16,123 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2011 14,901 miles

Centre Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Pass 24 Jun 2010 11,763 miles

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

Pass 25 Jun 2009 9,093 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2009 9,093 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Fail 16 Jun 2008 7,308 miles

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

Pass 16 Jun 2008 7,308 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2007 5,765 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2006 3,338 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2006 3,338 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Offside Rear Lower Leaf spring has excessive wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

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

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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TSU 462 is a 1989 MG Tc in Red with a 1,250cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 TSU 462, 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 37 years old, this MG Tc is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was TSU 462 registered?

TSU 462 is a 1989 MG Tc, first registered on 20 July 1989.

Is TSU 462 safe to buy?

The MOT history for TSU 462 shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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