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CMB 819N

1974 MG Midget

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2019
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

90,924 mi
Last recorded90,924 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2018
Typical for 1974 MG Midget40,999 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCMB 819N
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1974
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Oct 2018 90,924 miles
Pass 28 May 2015 90,840 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2014 90,754 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2012 90,540 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2010 90,380 miles

Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

floor,sills and underbody corroded

offside front tyre cracking on sidewalls

play in kingpins,bushes and various suspension components

Pass 25 Jun 2010 90,380 miles

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

floor,sills and underbody corroded

offside front tyre cracking on sidewalls

play in kingpins,bushes and various suspension components

Pass 11 Jul 2008 90,089 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

drivers seat slightly insecure

just enough water hitting screen to clear (push switch leaking)

nearside front brake binding slightly

slight play in steering rack

slight wear in both front kingpins

Pass 20 Jul 2007 89,963 miles

all brakes binding slightly

all four tyre sidewalls cracking

Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Coolant leak

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

play in kingpins , various bushes deteriorated

underbody corroded and weak extensive welding has been carried out

Fail 20 Jul 2007 89,963 miles

Coolant leak

Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)

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

Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

all brakes binding slightly

all four tyre sidewalls cracking

play in kingpins , various bushes deteriorated

underbody corroded and weak extensive welding has been carried out

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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CMB 819N is a 1974 MG Midget in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1974 MG Midget models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.6% with a typical mileage of 40,999 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 CMB 819N, 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 52 years old, this MG Midget is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was CMB 819N registered?

CMB 819N is a 1974 MG Midget, first registered on 7 August 1974.

Is CMB 819N safe to buy?

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