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TVJ 544J

1970 MG Midget

Orange Petrol 1300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Apr 2016
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

16,269 mi
Last recorded16,269 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2015
Typical for 1970 MG Midget35,558 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTVJ 544J
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1970
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,300cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2015 16,269 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

fuel cap sealing ring

leaf spring bushes starting to deteriorate

wipers slightly smeary

Pass 18 Apr 2012 4,136 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2012 4,136 miles

Steering locking device insecure (2.2.C.1g)

Pass 23 Jul 2008 3,305 miles

disc pads not visible

exhaust slight deteriorated

slight wear on brakr discs

Pass 23 Jul 2007 2,715 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

disc pads not visible

slight rusting on brake pipes

Pass 8 Jun 2006 2,130 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2005 1,352 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2005 1,352 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Rear Brake pedal does not operate a brake fitted to each wheel (3.3.A.3)

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

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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TVJ 544J is a 1970 MG Midget in Orange with a 1,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1970 MG Midget models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.4% with a typical mileage of 35,558 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 TVJ 544J, 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 56 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 TVJ 544J registered?

TVJ 544J is a 1970 MG Midget, first registered on 1 August 1970.

Is TVJ 544J safe to buy?

The MOT history for TVJ 544J shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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