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TUD 8P

1976 MG Midget

Red Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jun 2018
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

91,148 mi
Last recorded91,148 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2017
Typical for 1976 MG Midget53,434 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTUD 8P
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1976
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2017 91,148 miles

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

Fail 5 Jun 2017 91,129 miles

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Nearside Front brake binding slightly

Pass 26 May 2015 90,771 miles

O/S/R Check strap broken

Pass 29 Apr 2014 90,527 miles

o/s/r check strap broken

Pass 26 Apr 2013 89,653 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

O/S/R Check strap broken

Fail 24 Apr 2013 89,651 miles

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

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

O/S/R Check strap broken

Pass 30 Jul 2011 98,995 miles

Rear rebound stop straps deteriorated

Slight play in n/s/f inner steering rack joint

Pass 18 May 2010 87,710 miles
Fail 6 May 2010 87,709 miles

All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 7 Apr 2009 87,600 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2009 87,955 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

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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TUD 8P is a 1976 MG Midget in Red with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 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 TUD 8P, 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 TUD 8P?

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What year was TUD 8P registered?

TUD 8P is a 1976 MG Midget, first registered on 21 May 1976.

Is TUD 8P safe to buy?

The MOT history for TUD 8P shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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