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KTA 985V

1999 MG Midget

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Mar 2022
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

34,128 mi
Last recorded34,128 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2021
Typical for 1999 MG Midget34,128 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKTA 985V
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Mar 2021 34,128 miles

slight underbody oil misting. play in steering and wheel bearings

Pass 29 Jul 2019 34,117 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2018 34,043 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2017 34,011 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2016 33,886 miles

slight play in both front wheel bearings

Pass 22 Jun 2015 33,807 miles

underbody undersealed

Pass 27 Jun 2014 33,700 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2013 33,636 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2012 33,526 miles

underbody underseald

Pass 15 Sep 2009 33,339 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2007 33,263 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2006 33,027 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2005 32,655 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2005 32,642 miles

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

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

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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KTA 985V is a 1999 MG Midget in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 1999 MG Midget models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.5% with a typical mileage of 34,128 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 KTA 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 27 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 KTA 985V?

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What year was KTA 985V registered?

KTA 985V is a 1999 MG Midget, first registered on 4 February 1999.

Is KTA 985V safe to buy?

The MOT history for KTA 985V shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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