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OSC 731V

1979 MG Miget

Red Petrol 1491cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2017
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

61,104 mi
Last recorded61,104 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2016
Typical for 1979 MG Miget59,859 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOSC 731V
MakeMG
ModelMiget
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,491cc
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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2016 61,104 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2015 60,405 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2014 59,859 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2014 59,859 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 26 Jun 2013 59,216 miles

How Reliable is the MG Miget?

Based on 958 MOT tests across 104 vehicles.

75.9%
Pass Rate
309
Miles/Year
55
Year Lifespan
104
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 37
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 27
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 26
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 21
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 21
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OSC 731V is a 1979 MG Miget in Red with a 1,491cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1979 MG Miget models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.9% with a typical mileage of 59,859 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG Miget fails its MOT is suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 37 recorded failures. If you're considering buying OSC 731V, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG Miget typically stays on UK roads for around 55 years. At 47 years old, this MG Miget is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was OSC 731V registered?

OSC 731V is a 1979 MG Miget, first registered on 1 August 1979.

Is OSC 731V safe to buy?

The MOT history for OSC 731V shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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