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TAP 232R

1976 MG Midget

Red Petrol 1491cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Mar 2018
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

6,316 mi
Last recorded6,316 miles
Recorded on7 Mar 2017
Typical for 1976 MG Midget53,434 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTAP 232R
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1976
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,491cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Mar 2017 6,316 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2017 6,316 miles

Rear registration plate obscured (6.3.1d)

Pass 3 Mar 2016 5,856 miles

tow ball not fitted

Fail 3 Mar 2016 5,856 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working both (1.2.1b)

tow ball not fitted

Pass 10 Sep 2010 5,848 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2009 5,835 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2008 5,744 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2007 5,670 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2006 5,532 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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TAP 232R is a 1976 MG Midget in Red with a 1,491cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1976 MG Midget models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.1% with a typical mileage of 53,434 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 TAP 232R, 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 50 years old, this MG Midget is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of TAP 232R?

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What year was TAP 232R registered?

TAP 232R is a 1976 MG Midget, first registered on 30 December 1976.

Is TAP 232R safe to buy?

The MOT history for TAP 232R shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does TAP 232R have outstanding finance?

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