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TAR 399M

1973 MG Midget

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jun 2018
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

60,198 mi
Last recorded60,198 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2017
Typical for 1973 MG Midget36,544 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTAR 399M
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1973
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2017 60,198 miles
Pass 7 May 2016 59,999 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2014 59,736 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2013 59,439 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 14 Sep 2013 59,439 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2012 59,076 miles

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

nsf bump stop missing

Pass 21 May 2011 58,762 miles
Pass 15 May 2010 58,442 miles
Pass 23 May 2009 58,168 miles
Fail 23 May 2009 58,168 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

Pass 13 May 2008 57,771 miles

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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TAR 399M is a 1973 MG Midget in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1973 MG Midget models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.3% with a typical mileage of 36,544 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 TAR 399M, 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 53 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 TAR 399M?

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What year was TAR 399M registered?

TAR 399M is a 1973 MG Midget, first registered on 17 September 1973.

Is TAR 399M safe to buy?

The MOT history for TAR 399M shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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