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TAL 622R

1977 MG Midget

Red Petrol 1491cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jan 2021
Tests3 (1 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate33.3%

Mileage

91,830 mi
Last recorded91,830 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2019
Typical for 1977 MG Midget56,429 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTAL 622R
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1977
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,491cc

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MOT History

1 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2019 91,830 miles

Central Rear Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front steering joints worn bushes perished

Offside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear suspension straps perished splitting

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front top rubber bushes under arms deteriorated perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 28 Mar 2019 91,825 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive tail box cracked split blowing (8.2.1.2 (b))

Central Rear Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear suspension straps perished splitting

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front top rubber bushes under arms deteriorated perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 22 Sep 2017 91,814 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Indicator switch faulty (1.4.A.1)

Indicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)

Nearside Front Body or chassis is cracked, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (3.6.A.1)

Offside Rear Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (3.6.A.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Central Rear Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has slight play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b)

Clutch pipe leaking brake fluid excessively running onto battery tray

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Front steering joints worn bushes perished

Front suspension top rubber bushes under arms deteriorated perished

Fuel tank damp

Gearbox leaking oil excessively

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm perished cracking to walls (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Rear suspension straps perished splitting

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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TAL 622R is a 1977 MG Midget in Red with a 1,491cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 33.3%.

Across all 1977 MG Midget models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.8% with a typical mileage of 56,429 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 TAL 622R, 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 49 years old, this MG Midget is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of TAL 622R?

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What year was TAL 622R registered?

TAL 622R is a 1977 MG Midget, first registered on 19 May 1977.

Is TAL 622R safe to buy?

The MOT history for TAL 622R shows 3 tests with a 33.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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