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TWY 743R

1977 MG Midget

Blue Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2018
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

3,635 mi
Last recorded3,635 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2017
Typical for 1977 MG Midget56,429 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTWY 743R
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1977
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2017 3,635 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2016 3,592 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2015 3,399 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2015 3,397 miles

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

Nearside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 22 May 2014 3,174 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Offside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Oil leak

Fail 4 Jun 2013 2,108 miles

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

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Offside Front brake caliper locking device insecure (3.5.1l)

Offside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Pass 4 Jun 2013 2,108 miles

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Offside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Pass 2 Jun 2012 1,241 miles

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Offside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

slight oil leak from engine

Pass 13 May 2011 38,038 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2010 35,486 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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TWY 743R is a 1977 MG Midget in Blue with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 TWY 743R, 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 TWY 743R registered?

TWY 743R is a 1977 MG Midget, first registered on 14 March 1977.

Is TWY 743R safe to buy?

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