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TRT 869R

1977 MG Midget

White Petrol 1491cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Aug 2026
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

99,603 mi
Last recorded99,603 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2025
Typical for 1977 MG Midget56,429 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTRT 869R
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1977
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,491cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2025 99,603 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2024 99,074 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2023 98,507 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2022 97,891 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2022 97,891 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Pass 2 Aug 2021 97,400 miles

Offside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Jul 2020 96,796 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2019 96,582 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2018 96,010 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2017 95,226 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2016 93,581 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2015 93,397 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2015 93,397 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

nearside front brake slightly binding

Pass 21 Jun 2014 93,161 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2013 92,600 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2012 92,390 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2011 91,841 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2010 91,334 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2009 91,042 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2008 90,863 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2008 90,863 miles

Direction indicators not in good working order (function impaired) (1.5.A1b)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 6 Jul 2007 90,740 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2006 90,398 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2006 90,398 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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TRT 869R is a 1977 MG Midget in White with a 1,491cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 TRT 869R, 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

How do I check the history of TRT 869R?

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What year was TRT 869R registered?

TRT 869R is a 1977 MG Midget, first registered on 6 July 1977.

Is TRT 869R safe to buy?

The MOT history for TRT 869R shows 24 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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