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TUE 273

1956 MG Unknown

White Petrol 1500cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Oct 2026
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

8,186 mi
Last recorded8,186 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2025
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTUE 273
MakeMG
ModelUnknown
Year1956
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,500cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Oct 2025 8,186 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2024 6,688 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2023 4,791 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2023 4,789 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

How Reliable is the MG Unknown?

Based on 711 MOT tests across 358 vehicles.

84.0%
Pass Rate
1,492
Miles/Year
11
Year Lifespan
358
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Direction indicator not working 7
Stop lamp not working 7
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 6
Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 5
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 5
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TUE 273 is a 1956 MG Unknown in White with a 1,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

The most common reason a MG Unknown fails its MOT is direction indicator not working, accounting for 7 recorded failures. If you're considering buying TUE 273, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG Unknown typically stays on UK roads for around 11 years. At 70 years old, this MG Unknown is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of TUE 273?

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What year was TUE 273 registered?

TUE 273 is a 1956 MG Unknown, first registered on 1 January 1956.

Is TUE 273 safe to buy?

The MOT history for TUE 273 shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does TUE 273 have outstanding finance?

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