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1950 MG TD 1.3L Petrol · ZE 7227

ZE 7227

1950 MG TD (1.3L, petrol). First registered 31/12/1950. Recorded mileage 39,845 miles. MOT status: Expired. Taxed until 01/09/2026.

MOT Status
Expired
Valid until 17/07/2026
Tax Status
Taxed
Tax due 01/09/2026
Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
1950
Engine
1250cc
Mechanical Assessment

AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

The vehicle currently presents a stable roadworthiness status with a clear trend of reactive maintenance. The most recent MOT test in July 2025 at 39,845 miles returned a pass with no recorded defects, indicating that previous mechanical failures have been addressed. This follows a notable improvement from the July 2024 test where the car failed due to brake imbalance and lighting misalignment, which were rectified before the subsequent pass. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a 76-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 524 miles per annum. Between July 2023 and July 2024, the car covered 1,231 miles, while the most recent one-year interval saw an increase of 921 miles. This low usage suggests the vehicle experiences minimal wear on the drivetrain and suspension components, but it also implies periods of standing which can lead to the degradation of rubber components, seized seals, and corrosion on exposed surfaces. A buyer should conduct a close inspection of the braking system, given the failure at 38,918 miles where the front brakes were imbalanced by more than 50 percent across the axle. While the later pass suggests the calipers or discs were serviced or adjusted, low-use vehicles often suffer from uneven pad wear or sticking pistons. Attention should also be paid to the structural integrity of the chassis and bodywork, as the record does not detail historical corrosion levels which are a common risk for vehicles of this era regardless of mileage.

ZE 7227 Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 14/07/2025
  • 39,845 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 2 historical MOT failures
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT

Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.

MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
40
/ 100 · Below Average
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.

✗ MOT Expired or Failed
✓ Taxed
! Average MOT pass rate (60%)
✗ 1 dangerous defects found recently
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ZE 7227 Mileage History

  1. 13/07/202337,693 mi
  2. 13/07/202337,693 mi
  3. 17/07/202438,918 mi+1,225 mi
  4. 17/07/202438,924 mi+6 mi
  5. 14/07/202539,845 mi+921 mi

Average of roughly 1,074 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

ZE 7227 MOT History

Live data last synced with DVSA: 2 Jul 2026, 02:00
MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 1950 Mg Td (ZE 7227) between July 2023 and July 2025.

The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.

The most recent test on 14 July 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (1 issue), Brakes (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

Recorded failure items include: “Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (ii))”; “Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))”.

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