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BYC 896B

1976 MG Midget 1500

Red Petrol 1491cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Nov 2010
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

99,570 mi
Last recorded99,570 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2009
Typical for 1976 MG Midget 150061,266 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBYC 896B
MakeMG
ModelMidget 1500
Year1976
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,491cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2009 99,570 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2009 99,570 miles

Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Nearside Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

Offside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

Position lamp switch missing (1.1.A.1)

Pass 2 Jun 2006 99,556 miles

front discs showing signs of corrosion

slight play in nearside front wheel baring

How Reliable is the MG Midget 1500?

Based on 40,016 MOT tests across 5,009 vehicles.

70.9%
Pass Rate
297
Miles/Year
51
Year Lifespan
5,009
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 1,890
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 1,878
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 1,859
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 1,853
Stop lamp not working 1,487
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BYC 896B is a 1976 MG Midget 1500 in Red with a 1,491cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1976 MG Midget 1500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.7% with a typical mileage of 61,266 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a MG Midget 1500 fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 1,890 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BYC 896B, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG Midget 1500 typically stays on UK roads for around 51 years. At 50 years old, this MG Midget 1500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BYC 896B registered?

BYC 896B is a 1976 MG Midget 1500, first registered on 30 December 1976.

Is BYC 896B safe to buy?

The MOT history for BYC 896B shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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