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TEW 41L

1972 MG Midget

White Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Mar 2018
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

34,360 mi
Last recorded34,360 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2017
Typical for 1972 MG Midget33,792 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTEW 41L
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1972
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2017 34,360 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2017 34,360 miles

Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

clutch salve cylinder leaking resulting in difficulty engaging clutch

Pass 16 Aug 2014 34,357 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2013 34,320 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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TEW 41L is a 1972 MG Midget in White with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 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 TEW 41L, 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 TEW 41L?

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What year was TEW 41L registered?

TEW 41L is a 1972 MG Midget, first registered on 1 August 1972.

Is TEW 41L safe to buy?

The MOT history for TEW 41L shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does TEW 41L have outstanding finance?

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