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TBK 226J

1992 MG Midget

White Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Sep 2017
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

13,671 mi
Last recorded13,671 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2016
Typical for 1992 MG Midget35,903 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTBK 226J
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1992
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2016 13,671 miles

Advise slight play in rear shock arms

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 12 Sep 2016 13,671 miles

Fuel system component leaking Carb float chamber (7.2.3)

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Advise slight play in rear shock arms

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 22 May 2015 12,585 miles

N/S Rear Lever Arm S/Absorber Has Slight Play In Pivot

O/S Rear Lever Arm S/Absorber Has Slight Play In Pivot

O/S Track Rod End Nut Close To Wheel Rim

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Fail 7 May 2015 12,583 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Fuel cap/sealing device mounting flange/sealing method defective (7.2.4c)

Offside Front brake caliper securing device loose (3.5.1j)

Offside Rear Brake clevis joint locking device missing (3.5.1l)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn shock absorber pivot (2.7.4)

O/S Trac k Rod End Nut Close To Wheel Rim

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn shock absorber pivot (2.7.4)

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

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

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Travel At Hand Brake Lever But Not Excessive

Pass 6 Sep 2013 10,934 miles

rear diff has small oil leak

Pass 28 Aug 2012 10,161 miles

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

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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TBK 226J is a 1992 MG Midget in White with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1992 MG Midget models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.4% with a typical mileage of 35,903 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 TBK 226J, 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 34 years old, this MG Midget is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was TBK 226J registered?

TBK 226J is a 1992 MG Midget, first registered on 6 November 1992.

Is TBK 226J safe to buy?

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