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BLU 887T

1978 MG Midget

White Petrol 1491cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jun 2018
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

56,600 mi
Last recorded56,600 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2017
Typical for 1978 MG Midget57,304 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBLU 887T
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1978
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,491cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 7 Jun 2017 56,600 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2015 56,593 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 7 Oct 2013 56,469 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2012 54,933 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2011 54,770 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2010 54,614 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2009 54,551 miles
Pass 13 May 2008 54,541 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2006 54,531 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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BLU 887T is a 1978 MG Midget in White with a 1,491cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 BLU 887T, 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 BLU 887T?

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What year was BLU 887T registered?

BLU 887T is a 1978 MG Midget, first registered on 3 August 1978.

Is BLU 887T safe to buy?

The MOT history for BLU 887T shows 9 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 BLU 887T have outstanding finance?

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