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TBW 152

1972 MG Midget

Blue Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jun 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

62,284 mi
Last recorded62,284 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2017
Typical for 1972 MG Midget33,792 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTBW 152
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1972
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2017 62,284 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2017 62,284 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported Replace middle exhaust mount (7.1.1)

Pass 24 May 2016 62,100 miles
Pass 28 May 2015 61,930 miles
Pass 2 May 2014 61,758 miles
Fail 2 May 2014 61,758 miles

Headlamp switch faulty (1.7.1)

Pass 3 May 2013 61,667 miles
Pass 25 May 2012 61,514 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2011 61,401 miles
Pass 17 May 2010 61,278 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2009 61,236 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2008 60,917 miles
Pass 11 May 2007 60,810 miles
Pass 8 May 2006 60,670 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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TBW 152 is a 1972 MG Midget in Blue with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1972 MG Midget models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.5% with a typical mileage of 33,792 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 TBW 152, 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 54 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 TBW 152?

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What year was TBW 152 registered?

TBW 152 is a 1972 MG Midget, first registered on 19 October 1972.

Is TBW 152 safe to buy?

The MOT history for TBW 152 shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does TBW 152 have outstanding finance?

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