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OUD 819M

1974 MG Midget

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Mar 2019
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

99,876 mi
Last recorded99,876 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2018
Typical for 1974 MG Midget40,999 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOUD 819M
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1974
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2018 99,876 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 8 Dec 2017 99,721 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 12 Dec 2016 98,059 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2015 98,054 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2015 98,054 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Pass 16 Jun 2014 97,884 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2013 97,673 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2012 97,364 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2011 97,108 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2011 97,108 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 14 Jun 2010 96,992 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 11 Jun 2009 96,722 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2008 96,360 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2008 96,360 miles

Offside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Pass 5 Jun 2007 95,972 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2006 95,614 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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OUD 819M is a 1974 MG Midget in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1974 MG Midget models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.6% with a typical mileage of 40,999 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 OUD 819M, 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 52 years old, this MG Midget is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was OUD 819M registered?

OUD 819M is a 1974 MG Midget, first registered on 6 March 1974.

Is OUD 819M safe to buy?

The MOT history for OUD 819M shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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