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BRU 83K

1989 MG Midget

Beige Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Mar 2023
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

62,047 mi
Last recorded62,047 miles
Recorded on12 Mar 2022
Typical for 1989 MG Midget51,693 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBRU 83K
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1989
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Mar 2022 62,047 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 21 Jul 2021 61,573 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2020 59,886 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2019 58,309 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2018 56,432 miles

Small split in o/s/r tyre inner side wall

Pass 3 Feb 2017 54,379 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2016 53,601 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2015 52,843 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2015 52,843 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 29 May 2014 52,724 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Nearside Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

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

Offside Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

Pass 31 May 2013 52,675 miles

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

Nearside Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

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

Offside Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

Pass 3 Apr 2012 52,415 miles

Nearside Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

Offside Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

Oil leak

Steering rack damaged but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Pass 26 Apr 2011 52,352 miles

Nearside Rear Leaf spring damaged but not permanently distorted (2.4.B.1a)

Offside Front Leaf spring damaged but not permanently distorted (2.4.B.1a)

Steering rack damaged but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Pass 16 Apr 2010 52,088 miles

Offside Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

Pass 21 May 2009 52,031 miles

Oil leak

Pass 20 May 2008 51,693 miles

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

Pass 19 Dec 2006 51,358 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2006 51,358 miles

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

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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BRU 83K is a 1989 MG Midget in Beige with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1989 MG Midget models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.4% with a typical mileage of 51,693 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 BRU 83K, 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 37 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 BRU 83K?

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What year was BRU 83K registered?

BRU 83K is a 1989 MG Midget, first registered on 13 October 1989.

Is BRU 83K safe to buy?

The MOT history for BRU 83K shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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