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TVA 95S

1978 MG Midget

Red Petrol 1500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 May 2018
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

17,796 mi
Last recorded17,796 miles
Recorded on11 May 2017
Typical for 1978 MG Midget57,304 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTVA 95S
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,500cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 May 2017 17,796 miles
Fail 11 May 2017 17,796 miles

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

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Registration plate lamp not working both (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 26 May 2016 17,743 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2016 17,743 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Centre Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 29 Oct 2007 17,615 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 22 Sep 2006 17,109 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2006 17,099 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 22 Sep 2005 16,391 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2005 16,391 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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TVA 95S is a 1978 MG Midget in Red with a 1,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 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 TVA 95S, 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 TVA 95S?

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What year was TVA 95S registered?

TVA 95S is a 1978 MG Midget, first registered on 18 April 1978.

Is TVA 95S safe to buy?

The MOT history for TVA 95S shows 9 tests with a 55.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does TVA 95S have outstanding finance?

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