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SOM 31S

1977 MG Midget

Green Petrol 1491cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Nov 2024
Tests3 (1 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate33.3%

Mileage

91,421 mi
Last recorded91,421 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2023
Typical for 1977 MG Midget56,429 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSOM 31S
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1977
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,491cc

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MOT History

1 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2023 91,421 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

extensive welding repairs to vehicle

Fail 7 Nov 2023 91,410 miles

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength floor pan (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn king pin (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Service brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.2.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

extensive welding repairs carried out to vehicle

Fail 11 Jul 2023 91,402 miles

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Coil spring corroded both front (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

extensive welding repairs carried out to vehicle

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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SOM 31S is a 1977 MG Midget in Green with a 1,491cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 33.3%.

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 SOM 31S, 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

How do I check the history of SOM 31S?

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What year was SOM 31S registered?

SOM 31S is a 1977 MG Midget, first registered on 6 September 1977.

Is SOM 31S safe to buy?

The MOT history for SOM 31S shows 3 tests with a 33.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SOM 31S have outstanding finance?

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