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GCS 985V

1998 MG Midget

Blue Petrol 1500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jan 2021
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

54,793 mi
Last recorded54,793 miles
Recorded on17 Jan 2020
Typical for 1998 MG Midget16,375 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGCS 985V
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,500cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Jan 2020 54,793 miles

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

brake pipes greased unable to inspect

slight play in steering rack

Fail 17 Jan 2020 54,793 miles

Exhaust emits clearly visible black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

brake pipes greased unable to inspect

slight play in steering rack

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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GCS 985V is a 1998 MG Midget in Blue with a 1,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 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 GCS 985V, 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 GCS 985V?

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What year was GCS 985V registered?

GCS 985V is a 1998 MG Midget, first registered on 1 April 1998.

Is GCS 985V safe to buy?

The MOT history for GCS 985V shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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