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TXS 173

1951 MG Td

Red Petrol 1497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Oct 2026
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

5,421 mi
Last recorded5,421 miles
Recorded on6 Oct 2025
Typical for 1951 MG Td22,508 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTXS 173
MakeMG
ModelTd
Year1951
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,497cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 6 Oct 2025 5,421 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2024 5,420 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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TXS 173 is a 1951 MG Td in Red with a 1,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1951 MG Td models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.7% with a typical mileage of 22,508 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 TXS 173, 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 75 years old, this MG Td is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of TXS 173?

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What year was TXS 173 registered?

TXS 173 is a 1951 MG Td, first registered on 31 December 1951.

Is TXS 173 safe to buy?

The MOT history for TXS 173 shows 2 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does TXS 173 have outstanding finance?

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