Est: £12,000 - £14,000
1949 MG TC
United Kingdom • 1 Apr 2026 • Lot 94
Vehicle Details
AI Listing Summary
This MG TC, finished in Old English White, has been recently recommissioned and shows 5,940 miles, although this is not warranted. With a charmingly original patina and recent mechanical work, it's ready for touring and club outings.
Condition
7
Good condition, slight wear visible.
/ 10
Manual
Transmission:
TC8513
Chassis No:
Odometer:
5,940 miles
NSU439
Reg Number:
RHD/LHD:
[RHD/LHD]
Recently recommissioned; highly usable example; charmingly original patina; five former keepers; showing only 5,940 miles, although not warranted or guaranteedA charmingly original MG TC, long-cherished and newly brought back to fine mechanical order.This appealing TC comes to market from a deceased estate, the late owner having enjoyed it since 2014.
During his tenure the car was treated with care rather than cosmetic interference, resulting in the wonderfully mellowed appearance it wears today — the sort of gentle patina that only time and sympathetic ownership can create.After a spell of limited use, the car has recently been recommissioned to ensure it is ready for confident motoring.
The work carried out has been thorough: the fuel system has been cleaned and serviced, carburettors rebuilt, ignition components renewed and all fluids replaced.
The braking system has also been attended to, and a fresh battery installed.
It now starts promptly, runs cleanly and drives exactly as ...
Points of note
£2,875
Lowest Price (Since 2020)
£21,374
Median Price (Since 2020)
£143,774
Highest Price (Since 2020)
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MOT Information
Expired
Expired on Jun 19 2012
Latest MOT Mileage
4,172 miles
Registration Date
1949-12-31
MOT History
Passed
On Jun 20 2011 with 4,172 miles
Failed
On Apr 13 2011 with 4,138 miles
There were 7 defects noted.
Fail:
- Nearside Inner Rear Leaf spring shackle pin retaining device missing (2.4.B.3b)
- Nearside Outer Rear Leaf spring shackle pin retaining device missing (2.4.B.3b)
- Offside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
Advisory:
- Nearside Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)
- Offside Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)
User Entered:
- various oil leaks
- near side rear brake back plate damp (oil)
Passed
On Apr 19 2010 with 3,880 miles
There was 1 defect noted.
Advisory:
- Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
Failed
On Apr 15 2010 with 3,878 miles
There were 4 defects noted, with 1 deemed dangerous.
Fail:
- Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
- Steering column movement between the shaft and steering wheel (2.1.2b)
- (Dangerous) Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
Advisory:
- Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
Passed
On Oct 10 2009 with 3,826 miles
There was 1 defect noted.
Advisory:
- Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
Passed
On Oct 09 2008 with 3,661 miles
There was 1 defect noted.
Advisory:
- Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
Failed
On Sep 30 2008 with 3,655 miles
There were 3 defects noted.
Fail:
- Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
- Nearside Headlamp does not operate immediately when selected on dipped beam (1.7.4a)
- Offside Headlamp does not operate immediately when selected on dipped beam (1.7.4a)
Passed
On Oct 16 2007 with 3,531 miles
Failed
On Oct 08 2007 with 3,531 miles
There were 3 defects noted.
Fail:
- Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
- Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
- Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely by positive means (7.2.4b)
Passed
On Oct 17 2006 with 3,352 miles
Failed
On Oct 11 2006 with 3,342 miles
There were 2 defects noted.
Fail:
- Offside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
Advisory:
- Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
Passed
On Oct 17 2005 with 3,067 miles
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