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NOP 189F

1998 MG Midget

White Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2016
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

87,853 mi
Last recorded87,853 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2015
Typical for 1998 MG Midget16,375 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNOP 189F
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2015 87,853 miles

Nearside Front Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Oil leak

Pass 24 Jun 2014 87,787 miles

Oil leak

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

play in rear differential

rear exhaust mount

Pass 15 Jun 2013 87,601 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2012 87,515 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2012 87,515 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 20 Apr 2010 87,201 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2008 86,935 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2007 86,719 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2006 86,315 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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NOP 189F is a 1998 MG Midget in White with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 NOP 189F, 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

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What year was NOP 189F registered?

NOP 189F is a 1998 MG Midget, first registered on 20 January 1998.

Is NOP 189F safe to buy?

The MOT history for NOP 189F shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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