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XSY 982

1997 MG Td/tf

Red Petrol 1250cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 May 2018
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

4,155 mi
Last recorded4,155 miles
Recorded on22 May 2017
Typical for 1997 MG Td/tf8,568 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXSY 982
MakeMG
ModelTd/tf
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,250cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 May 2017 4,155 miles
Pass 26 May 2016 3,976 miles
Pass 26 May 2015 3,915 miles
Pass 30 May 2014 3,651 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2012 3,263 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2011 2,987 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2010 2,952 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2009 2,851 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2008 2,816 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2008 2,816 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Pass 11 Aug 2007 2,742 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2006 2,506 miles

How Reliable is the MG Td/tf?

Based on 4,175 MOT tests across 633 vehicles.

86.2%
Pass Rate
257
Miles/Year
76
Year Lifespan
633
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brakes imbalanced across an axle 110
brake binding 66
brake recording little or no effort 65
Stop lamp not working 57
brake application uneven 52
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XSY 982 is a 1997 MG Td/tf in Red with a 1,250cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 1997 MG Td/tf models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.4% with a typical mileage of 8,568 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG Td/tf fails its MOT is brakes imbalanced across an axle, accounting for 110 recorded failures. If you're considering buying XSY 982, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG Td/tf typically stays on UK roads for around 76 years. At 29 years old, this MG Td/tf is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of XSY 982?

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What year was XSY 982 registered?

XSY 982 is a 1997 MG Td/tf, first registered on 4 June 1997.

Is XSY 982 safe to buy?

The MOT history for XSY 982 shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does XSY 982 have outstanding finance?

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