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MG 3855

1998 MG Midget

Black Petrol 847cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jun 2013
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

Typical for 1998 MG Midget16,375 mi
4 checks still locked for this MG
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMG 3855
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine847cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 28 May 2012
Pass 14 Jun 2011
Pass 2 Jun 2010
Pass 19 May 2009

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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MG 3855 is a 1998 MG Midget in Black with a 847cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 MG 3855, 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 MG 3855?

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What year was MG 3855 registered?

MG 3855 is a 1998 MG Midget, first registered on 21 January 1998.

Is MG 3855 safe to buy?

The MOT history for MG 3855 shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does MG 3855 have outstanding finance?

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