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TNB 741R

1977 MG Midget

Red Petrol 1491cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Aug 2016
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

40,712 mi
Last recorded40,712 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2015
Typical for 1977 MG Midget56,429 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTNB 741R
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1977
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,491cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2015 40,712 miles
Pass 22 May 2013 40,324 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Pass 29 May 2012 39,825 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Steering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)

play in os of steering rack

Pass 5 Jun 2009 39,621 miles

PLAY IN O/S AND N/S OF RACK

Fail 29 May 2009 39,621 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Nearside Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e) DANGEROUS

Offside Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e) DANGEROUS

PLAY IN O/S AND N/S OF RACK

Pass 12 Jun 2008 38,912 miles

PARK BRAKE LEVER CLOSE TO END OF RESERVE TRAVEL

Fail 10 Jun 2008 38,912 miles

An item not tested (Manual)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

PARK BRAKE LEVER CLOSE TO END OF RESERVE TRAVEL

Pass 15 May 2007 38,421 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2006 37,652 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2006 37,652 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring to axle securing bolt insecure (2.4.B.7b)

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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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TNB 741R is a 1977 MG Midget in Red with a 1,491cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 1977 MG Midget models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.8% with a typical mileage of 56,429 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 TNB 741R, 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 49 years old, this MG Midget is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was TNB 741R registered?

TNB 741R is a 1977 MG Midget, first registered on 9 June 1977.

Is TNB 741R safe to buy?

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