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BHV 196T

1979 MG Midget

Green Petrol 1500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Aug 2019
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

66,484 mi
Last recorded66,484 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2018
Typical for 1979 MG Midget52,028 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this MG
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBHV 196T
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1979
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,500cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 9 Aug 2018 66,484 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2017 66,484 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2015 66,143 miles
Pass 22 May 2012 66,143 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Oil leak

battery insecure

no side repeaters

Pass 9 Jun 2010 66,143 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2008 66,143 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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BHV 196T is a 1979 MG Midget in Green with a 1,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1979 MG Midget models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.9% with a typical mileage of 52,028 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 BHV 196T, 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 47 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 BHV 196T?

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What year was BHV 196T registered?

BHV 196T is a 1979 MG Midget, first registered on 18 May 1979.

Is BHV 196T safe to buy?

The MOT history for BHV 196T shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BHV 196T have outstanding finance?

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