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CMU 212V

1979 MG Midget

Black Petrol 1491cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Sep 2019
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

93,681 mi
Last recorded93,681 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2018
Typical for 1979 MG Midget52,028 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCMU 212V
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1979
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,491cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2018 93,681 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2017 93,661 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2016 93,450 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2016 93,445 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Coolant leak ()

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Oil leak ()

coolant pipe perished

Pass 14 Aug 2015 93,254 miles

Coolant leak

Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Oil leak

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

coolant hoses perished

Fail 3 Aug 2015 93,254 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Steering column top mounting bracket insecure (2.1.2d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Coolant leak

Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Oil leak

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

coolant hoses perished

Pass 4 Jun 2014 93,110 miles

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

oil leaks

Fail 30 May 2014 93,110 miles

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

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

oil leaks

Fail 2 Jan 2013 93,110 miles

Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

engine/gearbox oil leaks

n/s/r axle strap snaped

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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CMU 212V is a 1979 MG Midget in Black with a 1,491cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

Across all 1979 MG Midget models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.9% with a typical mileage of 52,028 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 fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 2,648 recorded failures. If you're considering buying CMU 212V, 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 47 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 CMU 212V?

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What year was CMU 212V registered?

CMU 212V is a 1979 MG Midget, first registered on 3 August 1979.

Is CMU 212V safe to buy?

The MOT history for CMU 212V shows 9 tests with a 55.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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