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DRJ 858L

1990 MG Midget

Green Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 May 2018
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

21,755 mi
Last recorded21,755 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2017
Typical for 1990 MG Midget10,800 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDRJ 858L
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1990
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2017 21,755 miles
Fail 31 May 2017 21,755 miles

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 11 Mar 2016 21,710 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2016 21,710 miles

Direction indicator not working All (1.4.A.2c)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Rear brake slightly binding

Pass 12 Aug 2009 21,675 miles

o/s and n/s rear under wheel arch slightly corroded

Fail 11 Aug 2009 21,675 miles

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

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

o/s and n/s rear under wheel arch slightly corroded

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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DRJ 858L is a 1990 MG Midget in Green with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1990 MG Midget models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.2% with a typical mileage of 10,800 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 DRJ 858L, 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 36 years old, this MG Midget is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DRJ 858L registered?

DRJ 858L is a 1990 MG Midget, first registered on 1 May 1990.

Is DRJ 858L safe to buy?

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