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TTB 170L

1972 MG Midget

Red Petrol 1256cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jul 2016
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

55,976 mi
Last recorded55,976 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2015
Typical for 1972 MG Midget33,792 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTTB 170L
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,256cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 6 Jul 2015 55,976 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

O/S/F lower trunion slight lift.

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Slight play steering column lower bush.

Pass 2 Aug 2013 55,963 miles

Slight lift O/S/F upper trunion.

Slight play steering column lower bush.

Pass 8 Oct 2009 55,945 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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TTB 170L is a 1972 MG Midget in Red with a 1,256cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1972 MG Midget models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.5% with a typical mileage of 33,792 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 TTB 170L, 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 54 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 TTB 170L registered?

TTB 170L is a 1972 MG Midget, first registered on 16 October 1972.

Is TTB 170L safe to buy?

The MOT history for TTB 170L shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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