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CCH 79H

1970 MG Midget

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jun 2022
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

25,268 mi
Last recorded25,268 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2021
Typical for 1970 MG Midget35,558 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCCH 79H
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1970
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2021 25,268 miles

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Nearside Lower Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security spring hanger area (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Lower Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security spring hanger area (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 1 Jun 2017 24,794 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion floor has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Offside Front slight play In trunnion joint

Pass 24 May 2016 24,774 miles

slight wear in steering rack

slight wear/lift in steering column

Pass 30 Oct 2014 18,569 miles

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

Offside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

floor pans corroding

os slight trunion play

Pass 21 Oct 2013 16,219 miles

Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Pass 24 Oct 2012 11,577 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2012 11,577 miles

Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 10 Nov 2011 10,515 miles

Oil leak

Fail 4 Nov 2011 10,505 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

27% imbalance rear brakes

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Oil leak

Pass 10 Nov 2010 9,115 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2009 90,982 miles

Nearside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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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CCH 79H is a 1970 MG Midget in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1970 MG Midget models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.4% with a typical mileage of 35,558 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 CCH 79H, 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 56 years old, this MG Midget is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of CCH 79H?

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What year was CCH 79H registered?

CCH 79H is a 1970 MG Midget, first registered on 5 June 1970.

Is CCH 79H safe to buy?

The MOT history for CCH 79H shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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