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TYB 431M

1973 MG Midget

Green Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Oct 2026
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

65,634 mi
Last recorded65,634 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2025
Typical for 1973 MG Midget36,544 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTYB 431M
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1973
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Oct 2025 65,634 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2024 65,335 miles

Coolant leak front of engine ()

Pass 17 Oct 2023 65,031 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2021 63,175 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2021 63,175 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

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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TYB 431M is a 1973 MG Midget in Green with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1973 MG Midget models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.3% with a typical mileage of 36,544 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 TYB 431M, 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 53 years old, this MG Midget is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of TYB 431M?

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What year was TYB 431M registered?

TYB 431M is a 1973 MG Midget, first registered on 6 August 1973.

Is TYB 431M safe to buy?

The MOT history for TYB 431M shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does TYB 431M have outstanding finance?

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