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PFT 204R

1977 MG Midget

Red Petrol 1500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Aug 2011
Tests11 (6 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate54.5%

Mileage

35,977 mi
Last recorded35,977 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2010
Typical for 1977 MG Midget56,429 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPFT 204R
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1977
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,500cc

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MOT History

6 pass 5 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2010 35,977 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2010 35,976 miles

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

Nearside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 18 Aug 2009 35,842 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2008 35,613 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 13 Aug 2008 35,613 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 16 Aug 2007 35,458 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2007 35,458 miles

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

Fail 24 Aug 2006 35,217 miles

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

Pass 24 Aug 2006 35,217 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2005 35,096 miles

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 17 Aug 2005 35,096 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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PFT 204R is a 1977 MG Midget in Red with a 1,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 54.5%.

Across all 1977 MG Midget models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.8% with a typical mileage of 56,429 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 PFT 204R, 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 49 years old, this MG Midget is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was PFT 204R registered?

PFT 204R is a 1977 MG Midget, first registered on 7 July 1977.

Is PFT 204R safe to buy?

The MOT history for PFT 204R shows 11 tests with a 54.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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