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TOE 852H

1970 MG Midget

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Aug 2022
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

41,242 mi
Last recorded41,242 miles
Recorded on31 Aug 2021
Typical for 1970 MG Midget35,558 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTOE 852H
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1970
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Aug 2021 41,242 miles

underside has general surface corrosion

Pass 11 Jun 2010 40,769 miles

Nearside Lower Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Spare tyre defective

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Fail 11 Jun 2010 40,769 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Lower Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Spare tyre defective

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 29 May 2008 40,763 miles
Fail 28 May 2008 40,763 miles

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

Rear 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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TOE 852H is a 1970 MG Midget in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1970 MG Midget models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.4% with a typical mileage of 35,558 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 TOE 852H, 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 56 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 TOE 852H registered?

TOE 852H is a 1970 MG Midget, first registered on 5 February 1970.

Is TOE 852H safe to buy?

The MOT history for TOE 852H shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does TOE 852H have outstanding finance?

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