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CGC 589H

1970 MG Midget

Green Petrol 1057cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jul 2018
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

95,610 mi
Last recorded95,610 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2017
Typical for 1970 MG Midget35,558 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCGC 589H
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1970
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,057cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Jun 2017 95,610 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2016 95,370 miles

Rear exhust mount broken

Pass 6 Jul 2015 95,226 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2014 95,032 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2013 94,885 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2013 94,885 miles

Brake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)

Pass 18 Jun 2012 94,017 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2011 93,390 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2010 92,718 miles

axle oil leak from nearside rear wheel hub

Pass 26 Jun 2009 91,280 miles

slight play in kingpins and front hubs

Pass 27 Jun 2008 89,669 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2008 89,669 miles

Brake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)

Pass 3 Jul 2007 86,240 miles

front wheel bearings need adjusting

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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CGC 589H is a 1970 MG Midget in Green with a 1,057cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 CGC 589H, 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 CGC 589H?

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What year was CGC 589H registered?

CGC 589H is a 1970 MG Midget, first registered on 1 January 1970.

Is CGC 589H safe to buy?

The MOT history for CGC 589H shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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