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DCA 655S

1978 MG Midget

Black Petrol 1491cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Aug 2025
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

7,400 mi
Last recorded7,400 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2024
Typical for 1978 MG Midget57,304 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDCA 655S
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1978
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,491cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2024 7,400 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2023 7,389 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2021 7,848 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2021 7,375 miles

Fuel system component leaking petrol tank (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Jul 2020 7,364 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2018 7,286 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2018 7,284 miles

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced center (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Central Parking brake mechanism/associated mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded and functionality of the braking system is affected (1.1.21 (e) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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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DCA 655S is a 1978 MG Midget in Black with a 1,491cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1978 MG Midget models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.1% with a typical mileage of 57,304 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 DCA 655S, 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 48 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 DCA 655S?

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What year was DCA 655S registered?

DCA 655S is a 1978 MG Midget, first registered on 29 March 1978.

Is DCA 655S safe to buy?

The MOT history for DCA 655S shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DCA 655S have outstanding finance?

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