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DHN 174T

1979 MG Midget

Brown Petrol 1500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2017
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

75,948 mi
Last recorded75,948 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2016
Typical for 1979 MG Midget52,028 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDHN 174T
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1979
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,500cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2016 75,948 miles

Oil leak ()

Pass 21 Aug 2015 75,729 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2015 75,729 miles

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

slight play offside front king pin

slight play offside front wheel bearing

Pass 22 Aug 2014 74,818 miles

Nearside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

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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DHN 174T is a 1979 MG Midget in Brown with a 1,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1979 MG Midget models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.9% with a typical mileage of 52,028 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 DHN 174T, 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 47 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 DHN 174T?

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What year was DHN 174T registered?

DHN 174T is a 1979 MG Midget, first registered on 24 May 1979.

Is DHN 174T safe to buy?

The MOT history for DHN 174T shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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