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TDJ 261S

1977 MG Midget 1500

Red Petrol 1491cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jun 2027
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

14,242 mi
Last recorded14,242 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2026
Typical for 1977 MG Midget 150057,996 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTDJ 261S
MakeMG
ModelMidget 1500
Year1977
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,491cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 4 Jun 2026 14,242 miles

CORRSION AND HOLED TO FRONT VALANCE AND FLOOR PLATE BELOW TRANSMISSION TUNNEL

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive CORROSION TO FRONT SPING HANGER (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Jun 2010 13,101 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2009 13,101 miles

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Pass 8 Jul 2008 12,829 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2007 12,441 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2006 12,003 miles

How Reliable is the MG Midget 1500?

Based on 40,016 MOT tests across 5,009 vehicles.

70.9%
Pass Rate
297
Miles/Year
51
Year Lifespan
5,009
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 1,890
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 1,878
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 1,859
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 1,853
Stop lamp not working 1,487
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TDJ 261S is a 1977 MG Midget 1500 in Red with a 1,491cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1977 MG Midget 1500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.5% with a typical mileage of 57,996 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG Midget 1500 fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 1,890 recorded failures. If you're considering buying TDJ 261S, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG Midget 1500 typically stays on UK roads for around 51 years. At 49 years old, this MG Midget 1500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was TDJ 261S registered?

TDJ 261S is a 1977 MG Midget 1500, first registered on 1 August 1977.

Is TDJ 261S safe to buy?

The MOT history for TDJ 261S shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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