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RTR 889M

1974 MG Midget

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 May 2012
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

21,803 mi
Last recorded21,803 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2012
Typical for 1974 MG Midget40,999 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRTR 889M
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1974
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Fail 20 Apr 2012 21,803 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Pass 21 Apr 2011 21,208 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 16 Apr 2010 21,027 miles
Pass 8 May 2009 20,466 miles
Pass 2 May 2008 20,149 miles

Nearside Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

clutch pedal rubber missing

Pass 4 May 2007 19,858 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2007 19,850 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Centre Rear Brake linkage has abnormal movement of levers indicating maladjustment (3.5.1f) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1) DANGEROUS

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b) DANGEROUS

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

How Reliable is the MG Midget?

Based on 84,419 MOT tests across 9,949 vehicles.

76.7%
Pass Rate
286
Miles/Year
63
Year Lifespan
9,949
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 2,648
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 2,284
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 2,239
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 2,079
Stop lamp not working 2,058
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RTR 889M is a 1974 MG Midget in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1974 MG Midget models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.6% with a typical mileage of 40,999 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a MG Midget fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 2,648 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RTR 889M, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG Midget typically stays on UK roads for around 63 years. At 52 years old, this MG Midget is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of RTR 889M?

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What year was RTR 889M registered?

RTR 889M is a 1974 MG Midget, first registered on 7 June 1974.

Is RTR 889M safe to buy?

The MOT history for RTR 889M shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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