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NLV 106S

1978 MG Midget

Red Petrol 1491cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jul 2015
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

4,964 mi
Last recorded4,964 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2014
Typical for 1978 MG Midget57,304 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNLV 106S
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,491cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2014 4,964 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2014 4,964 miles

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

Pass 20 Jul 2013 3,987 miles
Fail 31 May 2013 3,986 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 29 May 2012 3,252 miles
Fail 4 May 2012 3,236 miles

Offside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Offside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 20 May 2011 2,586 miles
Pass 22 May 2010 1,447 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2009 1,425 miles

Nearside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Pass 28 Mar 2008 1,136 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2007 100 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2006 99,171 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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NLV 106S is a 1978 MG Midget in Red with a 1,491cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1978 MG Midget models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.1% with a typical mileage of 57,304 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 NLV 106S, 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 48 years old, this MG Midget is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of NLV 106S?

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What year was NLV 106S registered?

NLV 106S is a 1978 MG Midget, first registered on 14 February 1978.

Is NLV 106S safe to buy?

The MOT history for NLV 106S shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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