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TTA 131R

1977 MG Midget 1500

Red Petrol 1491cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Apr 2019
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

60,046 mi
Last recorded60,046 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2018
Typical for 1977 MG Midget 150057,996 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTTA 131R
MakeMG
ModelMidget 1500
Year1977
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,491cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2018 60,046 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2016 59,001 miles

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

axle straps deteriorated

Pass 8 Oct 2015 58,506 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2014 58,065 miles

Nearside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 18 May 2010 58,055 miles

front panel slight corrosion

Fail 18 May 2010 58,055 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

front panel slight corrosion

Pass 21 Apr 2009 58,042 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2008 57,994 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2007 57,931 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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TTA 131R is a 1977 MG Midget 1500 in Red with a 1,491cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 TTA 131R, 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

How do I check the history of TTA 131R?

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What year was TTA 131R registered?

TTA 131R is a 1977 MG Midget 1500, first registered on 1 May 1977.

Is TTA 131R safe to buy?

The MOT history for TTA 131R shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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