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DYC 327T

1978 MG Midget

Green Petrol 1491cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Nov 2022
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

62,102 mi
Last recorded62,102 miles
Recorded on15 Nov 2021
Typical for 1978 MG Midget57,304 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDYC 327T
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1978
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,491cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Nov 2021 62,102 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Jun 2019 61,983 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

engine oil leak

Pass 29 May 2018 61,526 miles
Pass 24 May 2017 61,186 miles

both rear tyres perished

Pass 5 Aug 2015 60,808 miles

Nearside Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

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

Offside Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

Offside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Oil leak

nearside rear light lens damaged

Pass 25 Jun 2014 60,574 miles

slight movment starting both side king pins

Fail 25 Jun 2014 60,574 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

slight movment starting both side king pins

Pass 15 Apr 2013 60,364 miles

o/s front tyre worn inner edge

Fail 15 Apr 2013 60,363 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

o/s front tyre worn inner edge

Pass 3 May 2012 60,052 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 5 Apr 2011 59,659 miles

Nearside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Offside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

front number plate cracked

long hand brake traval

Pass 16 Feb 2010 59,341 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2008 59,080 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2007 58,507 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2006 57,864 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2005 57,131 miles

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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DYC 327T is a 1978 MG Midget in Green with a 1,491cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 DYC 327T, 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 DYC 327T?

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What year was DYC 327T registered?

DYC 327T is a 1978 MG Midget, first registered on 1 August 1978.

Is DYC 327T safe to buy?

The MOT history for DYC 327T shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DYC 327T have outstanding finance?

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