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UHN 429

1954 MG Tf

Black Petrol 1250cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 May 2013
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

21,504 mi
Last recorded21,504 miles
Recorded on28 May 2012
Typical for 1954 MG Tf21,312 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUHN 429
MakeMG
ModelTf
Year1954
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,250cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 May 2012 21,504 miles

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 19 May 2011 20,861 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

Nearside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Offside Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

nearside rear brake hub leaking axle oil

slight fuel weep from carbs

Pass 19 May 2010 19,746 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2009 18,329 miles

Parking brake lever ratchet mechanism is slightly worn (3.1.5)

Pass 13 Jun 2007 16,912 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Parking brake lever ratchet mechanism is slightly worn (3.1.5)

Oil leak

Fail 5 Apr 2007 16,908 miles

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

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

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

Parking brake lever pawl spring does not push the pawl positively into the ratchet teeth (3.1.5)

Parking brake lever ratchet mechanism is excessively worn (3.1.5)

Parking brake lever releases when knocked (3.1.6a)

Oil leak

oil leak on nearside rear outer hub and axle

How Reliable is the MG Tf?

Based on 475,348 MOT tests across 28,732 vehicles.

72.8%
Pass Rate
2,413
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
28,732
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 17,890
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 17,830
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 17,226
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 11,638
parking brake recording little or no effort 9,951
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UHN 429 is a 1954 MG Tf in Black with a 1,250cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1954 MG Tf models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.7% with a typical mileage of 21,312 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a MG Tf fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 17,890 recorded failures. If you're considering buying UHN 429, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG Tf typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 72 years old, this MG Tf is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was UHN 429 registered?

UHN 429 is a 1954 MG Tf, first registered on 25 March 1954.

Is UHN 429 safe to buy?

The MOT history for UHN 429 shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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