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TFD 720R

1977 MG Midget 1500

Green Petrol 1491cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Apr 2025
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

3,461 mi
Last recorded3,461 miles
Recorded on19 Apr 2024
Typical for 1977 MG Midget 150057,996 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTFD 720R
MakeMG
ModelMidget 1500
Year1977
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,491cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Apr 2024 3,461 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Apr 2023 3,195 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2011 2,535 miles
Pass 30 May 2009 2,259 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2008 1,468 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2007 555 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2006 105 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2006 100 miles

Nearside front brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

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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TFD 720R is a 1977 MG Midget 1500 in Green with a 1,491cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 TFD 720R, 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

How do I check the history of TFD 720R?

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What year was TFD 720R registered?

TFD 720R is a 1977 MG Midget 1500, first registered on 13 April 1977.

Is TFD 720R safe to buy?

The MOT history for TFD 720R shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does TFD 720R have outstanding finance?

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