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PEP 146S

1996 MG Midget

Black Petrol 1500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Sep 2022
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

6,648 mi
Last recorded6,648 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2023
Typical for 1996 MG Midget38,538 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPEP 146S
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,500cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Fail 7 Jun 2023 6,648 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle o/s low (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Sep 2021 6,592 miles

Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 20 Nov 2019 6,563 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2017 6,384 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2016 6,345 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2015 6,246 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2014 6,223 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2013 6,140 miles

Coolant leak

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Offside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Pass 27 Jul 2012 6,049 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2011 6,025 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2010 5,966 miles

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Offside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

slight play in both steering arms

Fail 24 Jul 2010 5,961 miles

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

Pass 4 Jul 2009 5,707 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2006 5,663 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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PEP 146S is a 1996 MG Midget in Black with a 1,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1996 MG Midget models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.0% with a typical mileage of 38,538 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 PEP 146S, 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 30 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 PEP 146S registered?

PEP 146S is a 1996 MG Midget, first registered on 9 August 1996.

Is PEP 146S safe to buy?

The MOT history for PEP 146S shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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