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XSV 665

1990 MG Td

Green Petrol 1250cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Jul 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

28,999 mi
Last recorded28,999 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2025
Typical for 1990 MG Td26,208 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this MG
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXSV 665
MakeMG
ModelTd
Year1990
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,250cc
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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2025 28,999 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2024 28,664 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2023 28,331 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2022 28,001 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2021 27,764 miles

Driver's door catch deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))

Engine mounting damaged but not to excess engine stabilizer (under waterpump) (6.1.8 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Jul 2020 27,672 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2019 27,381 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2018 27,195 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2017 26,904 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2017 26,904 miles

Steering column locking device insecure (2.1.6)

Pass 20 Aug 2016 26,735 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2015 26,509 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2014 26,391 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2013 26,259 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2012 26,223 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2011 26,194 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2010 25,970 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2009 25,916 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2008 25,864 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2007 25,812 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2006 25,659 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 665 is a 1990 MG Td in Green with a 1,250cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 665, 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 665?

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What year was XSV 665 registered?

XSV 665 is a 1990 MG Td, first registered on 8 June 1990.

Is XSV 665 safe to buy?

The MOT history for XSV 665 shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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