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BBD 908K

1971 MG Midget

Blue Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Apr 2019
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

48,028 mi
Last recorded48,028 miles
Recorded on6 Apr 2018
Typical for 1971 MG Midget36,459 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBBD 908K
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1971
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 6 Apr 2018 48,028 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2017 47,955 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2016 47,552 miles

Nearside Front wheel is binding slightly

Nearside Rear tyre is slightly perished

Fail 14 Apr 2016 47,552 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Front wheel is binding slightly

Nearside Rear tyre is slightly perished

Pass 10 Mar 2015 47,370 miles

rear tyres getting low 2-3mm

Fail 10 Mar 2015 47,370 miles

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

rear tyres getting low 2-3mm

Pass 13 Jun 2014 47,188 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2014 47,188 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Nearside Front Lower Axle king pin has excessive play in pin and/or bush adversely affecting the steering (2.5.A.3a)

near side front floor corroded.

slight brake bind to near side front.

Fail 31 Mar 2014 47,082 miles

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

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

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

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

Offside Seat belt insecurely fixed to the vehicles structure (5.2.1a)

OIL LEAK N/S/R AXLE

SLIGHT PLAY IN N/S/F TRUNION

Pass 15 Apr 2013 46,544 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2013 46,540 miles

Fuel hose leaking (7.2.3)

Headlamp switch faulty (1.7.1)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 29 Mar 2012 46,252 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2011 45,708 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 16 Apr 2010 44,962 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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BBD 908K is a 1971 MG Midget in Blue with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

Across all 1971 MG Midget models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.3% with a typical mileage of 36,459 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 BBD 908K, 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 55 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 BBD 908K?

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What year was BBD 908K registered?

BBD 908K is a 1971 MG Midget, first registered on 19 August 1971.

Is BBD 908K safe to buy?

The MOT history for BBD 908K shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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