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TSU 869

1989 MG Td

Red Petrol 1250cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 May 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

60,554 mi
Last recorded60,554 miles
Recorded on9 May 2025
Typical for 1989 MG Td34,242 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTSU 869
MakeMG
ModelTd
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,250cc
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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 May 2025 60,554 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2021 50,828 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2019 49,228 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2018 46,527 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2016 40,594 miles

o/s steering arm slight play

Pass 9 Sep 2015 38,554 miles

Offside Front slight play inner rack joint

Fail 9 Sep 2015 38,554 miles

Offside Front slight play inner rack joint

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

Pass 17 Jul 2014 34,242 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 16 Jul 2014 34,242 miles

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

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 15 Jul 2013 30,401 miles
Pass 3 May 2012 26,642 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2011 22,590 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2010 20,407 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2009 18,448 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2008 13,622 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2007 10,292 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2006 4,376 miles

How Reliable is the MG Td?

Based on 2,497 MOT tests across 364 vehicles.

87.1%
Pass Rate
304
Miles/Year
76
Year Lifespan
364
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brakes imbalanced across an axle 72
brake recording little or no effort 59
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 41
brake binding 34
parking brake recording little or no effort 27
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TSU 869 is a 1989 MG Td in Red with a 1,250cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 1989 MG Td models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.6% with a typical mileage of 34,242 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG Td fails its MOT is brakes imbalanced across an axle, accounting for 72 recorded failures. If you're considering buying TSU 869, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG Td typically stays on UK roads for around 76 years. At 37 years old, this MG Td is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of TSU 869?

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What year was TSU 869 registered?

TSU 869 is a 1989 MG Td, first registered on 1 September 1989.

Is TSU 869 safe to buy?

The MOT history for TSU 869 shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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