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BAV 381M

1974 MG Midget

Purple Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Oct 2018
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

4,299 mi
Last recorded4,299 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2017
Typical for 1974 MG Midget40,999 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBAV 381M
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1974
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Oct 2017 4,299 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2010 3,476 miles

both n/s tyres starting to crack between treads but not yet to cord

o/s/r parking brake rod repaired but appears adequate

Fail 28 Jul 2010 3,476 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

both n/s tyres starting to crack between treads but not yet to cord

o/s/r parking brake rod repaired but appears adequate

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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BAV 381M is a 1974 MG Midget in Purple with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1974 MG Midget models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.6% with a typical mileage of 40,999 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 BAV 381M, 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 52 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 BAV 381M?

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What year was BAV 381M registered?

BAV 381M is a 1974 MG Midget, first registered on 11 July 1974.

Is BAV 381M safe to buy?

The MOT history for BAV 381M shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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