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TCP 966L

1973 MG Midget

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Sep 2018
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

94,499 mi
Last recorded94,499 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2017
Typical for 1973 MG Midget36,544 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTCP 966L
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1973
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 15 Sep 2017 94,499 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2016 93,779 miles

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

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 22 Aug 2015 93,353 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2014 92,440 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2013 92,052 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2012 91,675 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2011 91,498 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2010 91,346 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2009 91,127 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2008 90,900 miles

rear tyres on legal limit

Pass 5 Jun 2006 90,750 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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TCP 966L 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 100%.

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 TCP 966L, 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 TCP 966L?

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What year was TCP 966L registered?

TCP 966L is a 1973 MG Midget, first registered on 14 March 1973.

Is TCP 966L safe to buy?

The MOT history for TCP 966L shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does TCP 966L have outstanding finance?

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