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DMP 243V

1979 MG Midget

Orange Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jun 2013
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

73,723 mi
Last recorded73,723 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2012
Typical for 1979 MG Midget52,028 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDMP 243V
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1979
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2012 73,723 miles
Pass 19 May 2011 72,192 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2010 72,192 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not in good working order (not working) (1.2.4a)

Pass 21 Apr 2010 72,192 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2009 71,734 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2008 71,356 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2007 70,196 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2005 69,060 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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DMP 243V is a 1979 MG Midget in Orange with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 DMP 243V, 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

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What year was DMP 243V registered?

DMP 243V is a 1979 MG Midget, first registered on 1 August 1979.

Is DMP 243V safe to buy?

The MOT history for DMP 243V shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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