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VTC 214

1955 MG Tf

Black Petrol 1500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Apr 2013
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

65,568 mi
Last recorded65,568 miles
Recorded on13 Mar 2012
Typical for 1955 MG Tf24,144 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVTC 214
MakeMG
ModelTf
Year1955
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,500cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 13 Mar 2012 65,568 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2011 65,350 miles

Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 16 Mar 2010 63,810 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2009 62,644 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2008 60,932 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2007 59,699 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2006 58,235 miles

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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VTC 214 is a 1955 MG Tf in Black with a 1,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1955 MG Tf models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.7% with a typical mileage of 24,144 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 VTC 214, 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 71 years old, this MG Tf is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of VTC 214?

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What year was VTC 214 registered?

VTC 214 is a 1955 MG Tf, first registered on 4 April 1955.

Is VTC 214 safe to buy?

The MOT history for VTC 214 shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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