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BCW 909R

1977 MG Midget 1500

Red Petrol 1300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 May 2019
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

77,260 mi
Last recorded77,260 miles
Recorded on9 May 2018
Typical for 1977 MG Midget 150057,996 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBCW 909R
MakeMG
ModelMidget 1500
Year1977
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,300cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 May 2018 77,260 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2017 77,248 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2016 76,715 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2015 76,583 miles
Pass 8 May 2014 76,430 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2014 76,416 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 26 Apr 2013 76,405 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2011 76,171 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2010 75,227 miles

slight hand brake travel

Pass 11 Aug 2009 73,513 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2008 72,400 miles

Oil leak

Pass 21 Aug 2007 71,595 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2006 70,236 miles

How Reliable is the MG Midget 1500?

Based on 40,016 MOT tests across 5,009 vehicles.

70.9%
Pass Rate
297
Miles/Year
51
Year Lifespan
5,009
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 1,890
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 1,878
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 1,859
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 1,853
Stop lamp not working 1,487
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BCW 909R is a 1977 MG Midget 1500 in Red with a 1,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 1977 MG Midget 1500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.5% with a typical mileage of 57,996 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG Midget 1500 fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 1,890 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BCW 909R, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG Midget 1500 typically stays on UK roads for around 51 years. At 49 years old, this MG Midget 1500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BCW 909R?

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What year was BCW 909R registered?

BCW 909R is a 1977 MG Midget 1500, first registered on 5 July 1977.

Is BCW 909R safe to buy?

The MOT history for BCW 909R shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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