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TUD 687T

1977 MG Midget

Blue Petrol 1491cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Mar 2015
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

85,069 mi
Last recorded85,069 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2014
Typical for 1977 MG Midget56,429 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTUD 687T
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1977
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,491cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Mar 2014 85,069 miles

Both inner and outer sills have corrosion

Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (3.6.C.3)

Clutch pedal anti-slip missing

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Front and rear brake application/release slightly uneven

Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Fuel hose slightly chafed (7.2.2)

N/S wiper blade split and wipers slightly smear the screen

Oil leak

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

Fail 20 Feb 2014 85,068 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)

Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer torn (7.2.4c)

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Speedometer cannot be illuminated. (6.7.3)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Both inner and outer sills have corrosion

Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (3.6.C.3)

Clutch pedal anti-slip missing

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Front and rear brake application/release slightly uneven

Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Fuel hose slightly chafed (7.2.2)

Oil leak

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

Pass 2 Jun 2012 83,263 miles
Fail 21 May 2012 63,247 miles

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

Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Pass 18 May 2007 82,400 miles
Fail 15 May 2007 82,400 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

handbrakes requires slight adjustment

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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TUD 687T is a 1977 MG Midget in Blue with a 1,491cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 TUD 687T, 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 TUD 687T registered?

TUD 687T is a 1977 MG Midget, first registered on 31 December 1977.

Is TUD 687T safe to buy?

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