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TRF 565L

1973 MG Midget

Gold Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jul 2018
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

12,847 mi
Last recorded12,847 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2017
Typical for 1973 MG Midget36,544 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTRF 565L
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1973
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2017 12,847 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2015 12,616 miles

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

corrosion to underbody condition

corrosion to upper bulk head

front number plate slightly delaminated

spot weleded plates on upper wheel arch

Fail 26 Jun 2015 12,616 miles

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

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

corrosion to underbody condition

corrosion to upper bulk head

front number plate slightly delaminated

offside rear tyre wearing low

spot weleded plates on upper wheel arch

Pass 14 Jun 2014 12,257 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

both front tyres are over 5yrs old 165/80/R13 83T

both rear tyres are over 5yrs old

front number plate becoming delaminated and requires replacing soon

oil around engine

slight play in offside front king pin

vehicle has been heavily undersealed

Pass 15 Jun 2013 11,882 miles

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

Oil leak

exhaust system corroded

front numberplate delaminated

fuel cap seal deterriorated

Pass 2 Jun 2012 11,487 miles

Oil leak

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

front numberplate delaminated

front springs

Pass 28 Sep 2010 11,294 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2009 10,490 miles

Offside Lower Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 18 Sep 2008 9,299 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2008 9,285 miles

Nearside Inner Rear Brake clevis joint excessively worn and seriously weakened (3.5.1e)

Nearside Rear Brake clevis joint excessively worn and seriously weakened (3.5.1e)

Offside Front Axle king pin has excessive play in pin and/or bush adversely affecting the steering (2.5.A.3a)

Offside Inner Rear Brake clevis joint excessively worn and seriously weakened (3.5.1e)

Offside Rear Brake clevis joint excessively worn and seriously weakened (3.5.1e)

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3) DANGEROUS

Pass 2 Aug 2007 8,480 miles

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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TRF 565L is a 1973 MG Midget in Gold with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 TRF 565L, 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 TRF 565L registered?

TRF 565L is a 1973 MG Midget, first registered on 16 March 1973.

Is TRF 565L safe to buy?

The MOT history for TRF 565L shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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