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TGM 415S

1977 MG Midget 1500

Red Petrol 1491cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jun 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

81,501 mi
Last recorded81,501 miles
Recorded on5 May 2017
Typical for 1977 MG Midget 150057,996 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTGM 415S
MakeMG
ModelMidget 1500
Year1977
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,491cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 May 2017 81,501 miles

Oil leak ()

Pass 19 May 2016 81,100 miles

engine oil leak

Pass 5 Jun 2015 80,609 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2014 80,227 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2013 79,786 miles

Oil leak

Pass 12 Jul 2012 78,912 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Oil leak

Pass 16 May 2011 78,304 miles

Nearside Front Upper Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Front Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn linkage (2.7.4)

Nearside Inner Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Upper Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn linkage (2.7.4)

Offside Inner Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Oil leak

Pass 21 May 2010 77,621 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak

offside rear park brake low effort

Pass 1 May 2009 76,642 miles

Oil leak

Fail 29 Dec 2008 76,617 miles

Offside Outer Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Oil leak

Pass 16 Nov 2007 75,465 miles

Nearside Front Upper Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)

Oil leak

Pass 7 Oct 2006 74,847 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2005 73,460 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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TGM 415S is a 1977 MG Midget 1500 in Red with a 1,491cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 TGM 415S, 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.

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What year was TGM 415S registered?

TGM 415S is a 1977 MG Midget 1500, first registered on 12 November 1977.

Is TGM 415S safe to buy?

The MOT history for TGM 415S shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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