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TFB 408S

1978 MG Midget

Brown Petrol 1491cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 May 2025
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

77,609 mi
Last recorded77,609 miles
Recorded on18 May 2024
Typical for 1978 MG Midget57,304 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTFB 408S
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1978
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,491cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 18 May 2024 77,609 miles
Pass 23 May 2023 77,576 miles

Nearside Front track rod end boot perished

Offside Front track rod end boot perished

Pass 17 May 2022 77,451 miles

Nearside Front shocker weak

Nearside Front t/r/arm boot perished

Offside Front t/r/arm boot perished

Pass 5 May 2021 77,428 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

rear exhaust rubber mount perished

Pass 21 Apr 2020 77,367 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 27 Sep 2018 77,247 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Sep 2017 76,844 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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TFB 408S is a 1978 MG Midget in Brown with a 1,491cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1978 MG Midget models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.1% with a typical mileage of 57,304 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 TFB 408S, 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 48 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 TFB 408S?

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What year was TFB 408S registered?

TFB 408S is a 1978 MG Midget, first registered on 7 June 1978.

Is TFB 408S safe to buy?

The MOT history for TFB 408S shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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