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BOM 320V

1979 MG Midget

Green Petrol 1489cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Aug 2024
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

34,456 mi
Last recorded34,456 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2023
Typical for 1979 MG Midget52,028 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBOM 320V
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1979
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,489cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2023 34,456 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn n/s & o/s trunions (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Aug 2022 30,114 miles

Front Upper Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn n/s & o/s Trunnions (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 20 Aug 2022 30,114 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Front Upper Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn n/s & o/s Trunnions (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Aug 2021 28,240 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2021 28,240 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 15 Aug 2020 24,539 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2019 21,528 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2018 20,218 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2014 20,188 miles

rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 14 May 2013 20,107 miles

Oil leak

Pass 19 May 2012 20,080 miles
Fail 12 May 2012 20,063 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 11 May 2011 19,954 miles

Oil leak

nearside front trackrod end dust cover split

Pass 10 May 2010 19,860 miles

nearside front track rod end rubber split

Pass 29 Oct 2008 19,761 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2008 19,761 miles

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

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 20 Oct 2007 19,725 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2006 19,668 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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BOM 320V is a 1979 MG Midget in Green with a 1,489cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 BOM 320V, 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 BOM 320V?

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What year was BOM 320V registered?

BOM 320V is a 1979 MG Midget, first registered on 25 September 1979.

Is BOM 320V safe to buy?

The MOT history for BOM 320V shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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