Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2021 Tgb Ftg?

Yes. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. A full MOT history analysis will highlight patterns that a single test result won't reveal.

What corrosion should I look for when inspecting a 2021 Tgb Ftg?

Check brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that is expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.

How are tyres and brakes typically on a 2021 Tgb Ftg?

Tyres and brakes are the most common advisory items on vehicles of this age. Budget for replacement if they are near the limit, and factor this into your offer price.

Do I need an HPI check when buying a 2021 Tgb Ftg?

Yes. The MOT history will not show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status. An HPI check covers these areas and should be part of any used car purchase.

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Tgb Ftg (2021)

169 real MOT outcomes analysed • 15% first-time pass rate

2021 Tgb Ftg

CarHunch analysed 169 real MOT records for the 2021 Tgb Ftg. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.

Below average reliability 65% below UK average

15%

pass MOT first time

UK average: ~80%

519

typical mileage

265–1,220 middle half

ever had a dangerous defect

recorded at any MOT

0.04

avg MOT failures per car

over 1.2 tests on record

What to check before buying a 2021 Tgb Ftg

Practical pre-purchase checks for this age and model.

📋 Check the full MOT history. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. Enter the reg below for a full AI analysis.
🔍 Inspect for corrosion in person. Brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that's expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.
🛞 Check tyres and brakes. The most common advisory items at this age. Budget for replacement if they're near the limit — factor this into your offer price.
📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.

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Mileage Distribution

Most 2021 Tgb Ftg vehicles sit in the blue band. If the car you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.

265

low mileage

519

typical

1,220

high mileage

Half of all 2021 Tgb Ftg vehicles fall between 265 and 1,220 miles.

MOT History Averages

1.2

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

0.04

Avg failures per vehicle

0.1

Avg advisories per vehicle

Most Common MOT Issues — 2021 Tgb Ftg

Based on actual MOT test records for this model. Percentage shows how often each item appears across all vehicles in this cohort.

48%

Front Registration plate missing
12%

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value
8%

Nearside Headlamp aim too low
8%

Offside Headlamp aim too low
8%

Nearside Headlamp aim too high
8%

Offside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush
8%

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play
8%

Nearside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush

Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2021. Counts include advisories and failures.

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Other model years — Tgb Ftg:

2020 2022