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OSJ 196

1999 MG Midget

Red Petrol 1250cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Apr 2012
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

13,981 mi
Last recorded13,981 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2011
Typical for 1999 MG Midget34,128 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOSJ 196
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,250cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 21 Apr 2011 13,981 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2009 13,841 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2007 13,703 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

brake Master Cylinder mounting area damp

Pass 20 Mar 2006 13,240 miles

Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.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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OSJ 196 is a 1999 MG Midget in Red with a 1,250cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 OSJ 196, 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 OSJ 196?

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What year was OSJ 196 registered?

OSJ 196 is a 1999 MG Midget, first registered on 9 March 1999.

Is OSJ 196 safe to buy?

The MOT history for OSJ 196 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 OSJ 196 have outstanding finance?

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