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TTT 808R

1977 MG Midget

Green Petrol 1497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Sep 2022
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

60,004 mi
Last recorded60,004 miles
Recorded on7 Sep 2021
Typical for 1977 MG Midget56,429 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTTT 808R
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1977
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,497cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Sep 2021 60,004 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2018 59,627 miles

Both front Shock absorbers have reduced damping affect

Horn not a continuous or uniform sound (7.7 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge at 2.2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Check strap split / broken

Offside Front Side lamp dim in operation

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge at 2.2mm (5.2.3 (e))

mid section exhaust clamp missing

Pass 24 Jul 2017 59,280 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2017 59,280 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Pass 23 Jul 2016 58,404 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2015 57,137 miles

Coolant leak

Nearside rear exhaust hanger insecure.

Pass 30 Jul 2014 55,526 miles

Water pump slightly weeping.

Pass 30 Jul 2013 50,166 miles

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

Pass 31 Jul 2012 47,427 miles

Battery insecure

Slight play in both front wheel bearings

Pass 27 Jul 2011 44,512 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2011 44,510 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

exhaust center hanger split

Pass 28 Jul 2010 41,978 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

exhaust center hanger split

Pass 5 Aug 2009 38,134 miles

battery insecure

Fail 3 Aug 2009 38,132 miles

Horn emits two or more alternating tones (1.6.2d)

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

battery insecure

Pass 30 Jul 2008 34,625 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2007 30,635 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2006 29,384 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2006 29,384 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Pass 5 Jul 2005 27,529 miles

both rear tyres worn close to minimum limit of 1.6mm

slight lift on n/s lower suspention

slight lift on o/s lower suspention

slight play in steering rack end joints

steering rack slightly rough in operation

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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TTT 808R is a 1977 MG Midget in Green with a 1,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 TTT 808R, 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

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What year was TTT 808R registered?

TTT 808R is a 1977 MG Midget, first registered on 19 May 1977.

Is TTT 808R safe to buy?

The MOT history for TTT 808R shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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