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XSV 243

1990 MG Td

Red Petrol 1256cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Dec 2023
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

6,239 mi
Last recorded6,239 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2022
Typical for 1990 MG Td26,208 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXSV 243
MakeMG
ModelTd
Year1990
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,256cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 3 Dec 2022 6,239 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2021 6,117 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2020 5,788 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2017 5,529 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2016 4,614 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2015 4,026 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2014 3,544 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2013 3,189 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2012 2,745 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2011 2,421 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2010 2,042 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2009 1,851 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2008 1,684 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2007 1,385 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Steering column flexible coupling has slight play (2.1.5)

Pass 24 Jul 2006 1,044 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2005 890 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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XSV 243 is a 1990 MG Td in Red with a 1,256cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1990 MG Td models, the average MOT pass rate is 94.9% with a typical mileage of 26,208 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 XSV 243, 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 36 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 XSV 243?

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What year was XSV 243 registered?

XSV 243 is a 1990 MG Td, first registered on 1 May 1990.

Is XSV 243 safe to buy?

The MOT history for XSV 243 shows 16 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 XSV 243 have outstanding finance?

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