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TGN 254M

1973 MG Midget

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 May 2018
Tests13 (6 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate46.2%

Mileage

86,427 mi
Last recorded86,427 miles
Recorded on27 May 2017
Typical for 1973 MG Midget36,544 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTGN 254M
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1973
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

6 pass 7 fail
Pass 27 May 2017 86,427 miles
Fail 26 May 2017 86,427 miles

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Fail 3 Apr 2013 86,305 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

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

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

o/s/r brake slight binding

oil leak

rear floor corroded and going weak

slight play at o/s/f wheel

Pass 9 May 2011 86,288 miles
Fail 5 May 2011 86,288 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

Fail 21 Feb 2011 86,198 miles

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Nearside Anti-roll bar linkage which is adjustable, locking device missing (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Fuel system component insecure (7.2.1)

Pass 20 Nov 2009 84,172 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Offside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 22 Oct 2009 84,163 miles

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Nearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Offside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Rear fuel hose into tank,outer casing split.

Pass 11 Sep 2008 81,474 miles

front wiper slightly deteriorated

when driving gear box orrear diferantionl making noise

Pass 10 Aug 2007 77,636 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2007 77,636 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

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

Steering rack insecure (2.2.B.1a)

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 28 Jul 2006 76,670 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2006 76,667 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

play in front steering/suspension systems.

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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TGN 254M is a 1973 MG Midget in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 46.2%.

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 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 TGN 254M, 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

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What year was TGN 254M registered?

TGN 254M is a 1973 MG Midget, first registered on 8 August 1973.

Is TGN 254M safe to buy?

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