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TBO 781N

1974 MG Midget

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Oct 2024
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

11,692 mi
Last recorded11,692 miles
Recorded on3 Oct 2023
Typical for 1974 MG Midget40,999 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTBO 781N
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1974
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Oct 2023 11,692 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 28 Jun 2023 11,679 miles

Nearside Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

Offside Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

Offside Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

Rear Stop lamp(s) all missing (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced arch area (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Oct 2014 11,247 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2014 11,247 miles

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

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 15 Oct 2013 10,790 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2013 10,790 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 28 Aug 2012 10,541 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2011 10,377 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2010 10,110 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2010 10,110 miles

Front Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 3 Nov 2008 9,151 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2007 8,508 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2006 7,784 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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TBO 781N is a 1974 MG Midget in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 TBO 781N, 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

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What year was TBO 781N registered?

TBO 781N is a 1974 MG Midget, first registered on 14 August 1974.

Is TBO 781N safe to buy?

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