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SSN 195S

1977 MG Midget

Red Petrol 1296cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jul 2018
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

6,189 mi
Last recorded6,189 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2017
Typical for 1977 MG Midget56,429 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSSN 195S
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1977
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,296cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2017 6,189 miles

front sub frame corroded

Fail 26 Jul 2017 6,187 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

front sub frame corroded

Pass 16 May 2016 5,899 miles

rear diff oil leak

Fail 16 May 2016 5,899 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Offside Front Steering pivot point has slight play king pin (2.2.B.1g)

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

rear diff oil leak

Pass 18 May 2015 5,395 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Fail 18 May 2015 5,395 miles

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

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

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 15 May 2014 4,553 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 10 May 2013 3,595 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 10 Apr 2012 2,745 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2012 2,745 miles

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

Offside Rear Leaf spring has a deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Steering column locking device insecure (2.1.6)

Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

diff oil leak

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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SSN 195S is a 1977 MG Midget in Red with a 1,296cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 SSN 195S, 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 SSN 195S registered?

SSN 195S is a 1977 MG Midget, first registered on 1 August 1977.

Is SSN 195S safe to buy?

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