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HLM 809V

1979 MG Midget

White Petrol 1491cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Oct 2018
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

13,045 mi
Last recorded13,045 miles
Recorded on13 Oct 2017
Typical for 1979 MG Midget52,028 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHLM 809V
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1979
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,491cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Oct 2017 13,045 miles

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

rear exhaust brackets loose fitment

Pass 8 Aug 2016 13,026 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2013 12,979 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)

front bumper mounts corroded

vehicle has lots of surface corrosion

Pass 9 Aug 2011 11,738 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2011 11,708 miles

Brake cable locking device insecure (3.5.1l)

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front brake caliper leaking (3.6.A.1)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) insecure (1.1.A.3a)

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (2.4.A.3)

Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.2.C.1h)

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (2.4.A.3)

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

o/s/f kingpin slight play

Fail 6 Jul 2010 11,680 miles

Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Offside Brake actuating linkage mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (3.3.A.2)

Offside Front Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

exhaust not fully fixed under side but still secure

hand brake webbing strap broken underside but still secure

osf wheel arch corrossion but not within 30 cm of steering or suspension

Pass 8 Aug 2008 9,275 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2007 9,213 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2006 9,087 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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HLM 809V is a 1979 MG Midget in White with a 1,491cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1979 MG Midget models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.9% with a typical mileage of 52,028 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 HLM 809V, 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 47 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 HLM 809V registered?

HLM 809V is a 1979 MG Midget, first registered on 8 August 1979.

Is HLM 809V safe to buy?

The MOT history for HLM 809V shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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