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SHY 179G

1981 MG Midget

Red Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Tests1 (0 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate0%

Mileage

14,189 mi
Last recorded14,189 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2006
Typical for 1981 MG Midget49,127 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSHY 179G
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

0 pass 1 fail
Fail 27 Jun 2006 14,189 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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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SHY 179G is a 1981 MG Midget in Red with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 0%.

Across all 1981 MG Midget models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.5% with a typical mileage of 49,127 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 SHY 179G, 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 45 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 SHY 179G?

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What year was SHY 179G registered?

SHY 179G is a 1981 MG Midget, first registered on 22 April 1981.

Is SHY 179G safe to buy?

The MOT history for SHY 179G shows 1 test with a 0% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SHY 179G have outstanding finance?

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