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RX 8306

1983 MG Midget

Black Petrol 747cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 May 2013
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

Typical for 1983 MG Midget70,060 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX 8306
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1983
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine747cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2012

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Parking brake lever ratchet mechanism is slightly worn (3.1.5)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

coolant leak attention required

dampness under carb area

evidence of offside front tyre fouling body on full lock

movement at nearside track rod end

Pass 6 Apr 2011

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

evidence of offside front tyre fouling body on full lock

movement in nearside track rod end

oil leak/s require attention

Pass 28 Jan 2010

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

cut/split in offside front tyre tread

evidence of fuel leak, no leak found at time of test

movement in nearside track rod end

offside front tyre very close to body on full lock

Pass 12 Jun 2008

evidence of offside front tyre fouling body

Pass 11 May 2007

evidence of offside front tyre fouling body

movement offside front hub to axle beam

nearside front tyre worn very low

offside front tyre on legal limit (attention required)

Pass 3 Mar 2006

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)

movement in offside king pin / wheel bearing

offside rear tyre perished

Fail 3 Mar 2006

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)

movement in offside king pin / wheel bearing

offside rear tyre perished

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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RX 8306 is a 1983 MG Midget in Black with a 747cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1983 MG Midget models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.4% with a typical mileage of 70,060 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 RX 8306, 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 43 years old, this MG Midget is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of RX 8306?

You can check the full history of RX 8306 by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was RX 8306 registered?

RX 8306 is a 1983 MG Midget, first registered on 16 September 1983.

Is RX 8306 safe to buy?

The MOT history for RX 8306 shows 7 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.

Does RX 8306 have outstanding finance?

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