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BEA 809T

1978 MG Midget

Red Petrol 1491cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jul 2018
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

4,082 mi
Last recorded4,082 miles
Recorded on5 Jul 2017
Typical for 1978 MG Midget57,304 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBEA 809T
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,491cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Jul 2017 4,082 miles

Oil leak ()

corrosion underneath

slight play in wheels

Pass 7 Jun 2016 102,224 miles

oil leak

slight play in front wheels

Pass 15 Apr 2015 9,224 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 13 Jun 2014 9,124 miles

slight play in front wheels

wipers fouling

Fail 11 Jun 2014 9,124 miles

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

Nearside Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

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

slight play in front wheels

wipers fouling

Pass 12 Jul 2012 8,809 miles

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Fail 5 Jul 2012 8,794 miles

Offside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside rear service brake performance not as expected

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 22 Jun 2011 8,267 miles

All tyres age deteriorated (cracking)

Both rear leaf spring clamp bushes deteriorated

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 11 Jun 2009 7,542 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2009 7,542 miles

Offside Front brake caliper securing device loose (3.5.1j)

Pass 6 Jul 2005 6,942 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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BEA 809T is a 1978 MG Midget in Red with a 1,491cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 BEA 809T, 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 BEA 809T?

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What year was BEA 809T registered?

BEA 809T is a 1978 MG Midget, first registered on 1 August 1978.

Is BEA 809T safe to buy?

The MOT history for BEA 809T shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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