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SPR 677R

1977 MG Midget

Red Petrol 1491cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Nov 2018
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

8,246 mi
Last recorded8,246 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2017
Typical for 1977 MG Midget56,429 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSPR 677R
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1977
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,491cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2017 8,246 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Oil leak ()

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

exhaust system is corroded

hazard warning lights flashing speed???

Fail 27 Oct 2017 8,240 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Oil leak ()

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

exhaust system is corroded

hazard warning lights flashing speed???

Pass 22 Oct 2016 8,117 miles

exhaust leak

oil leak

Fail 15 Oct 2016 8,087 miles

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

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

exhaust leak

oil leak

Fail 23 Jan 2016 8,057 miles

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

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Rear Parking brake lever insecure CABLE MOUNT BROKEN (3.1.3b)

REAR EXHAUST MOUNT WORN

Pass 29 Jun 2013 7,737 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2011 7,501 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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SPR 677R is a 1977 MG Midget in Red with a 1,491cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 SPR 677R, 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 SPR 677R?

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What year was SPR 677R registered?

SPR 677R is a 1977 MG Midget, first registered on 2 June 1977.

Is SPR 677R safe to buy?

The MOT history for SPR 677R shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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