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TPY 216S

1977 MG Midget 1500

Red Petrol 1491cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Apr 2024
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

44,333 mi
Last recorded44,333 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2023
Typical for 1977 MG Midget 150057,996 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTPY 216S
MakeMG
ModelMidget 1500
Year1977
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,491cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Apr 2023 44,333 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2019 43,256 miles
Pass 14 May 2019 42,467 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Aug 2018 42,415 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 21 Aug 2018 42,412 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Jun 2017 42,364 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2016 42,185 miles
Pass 28 May 2015 42,033 miles
Pass 27 May 2014 41,544 miles
Pass 20 May 2013 41,334 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2012 40,814 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2011 39,788 miles
Pass 22 May 2009 39,521 miles

various oil leaks

Pass 22 May 2008 39,391 miles

slight binding in of side front wheel

under body oil leaks various

Pass 16 May 2007 39,172 miles

engine oil leak

Fail 26 Apr 2006 38,823 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 26 Apr 2006 38,823 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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TPY 216S is a 1977 MG Midget 1500 in Red with a 1,491cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 TPY 216S, 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

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What year was TPY 216S registered?

TPY 216S is a 1977 MG Midget 1500, first registered on 1 August 1977.

Is TPY 216S safe to buy?

The MOT history for TPY 216S shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does TPY 216S have outstanding finance?

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