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FRB 85L

1998 MG Midget

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Oct 2022
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

92,894 mi
Last recorded92,894 miles
Recorded on5 Oct 2021
Typical for 1998 MG Midget16,375 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFRB 85L
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Oct 2021 92,894 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2020 92,778 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2020 92,778 miles

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 27 Jun 2019 92,654 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2018 92,457 miles

centre to rear exhaust joint has slight blow

Pass 6 Jun 2017 92,357 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2016 92,198 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2015 91,970 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2014 91,678 miles
Pass 11 May 2011 91,575 miles

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

Offside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 16 Apr 2010 91,111 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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FRB 85L is a 1998 MG Midget in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 1998 MG Midget models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.8% with a typical mileage of 16,375 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 FRB 85L, 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 28 years old, this MG Midget is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of FRB 85L?

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What year was FRB 85L registered?

FRB 85L is a 1998 MG Midget, first registered on 2 July 1998.

Is FRB 85L safe to buy?

The MOT history for FRB 85L shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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