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DRR 275T

1979 MG Midget

Orange Petrol 1589cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Nov 2018
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

24,477 mi
Last recorded24,477 miles
Recorded on9 Nov 2017
Typical for 1979 MG Midget52,028 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this MG
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDRR 275T
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1979
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,589cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 9 Nov 2017 24,477 miles

Nearside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Offside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Pass 21 Sep 2016 24,471 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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DRR 275T is a 1979 MG Midget in Orange with a 1,589cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 DRR 275T, 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 DRR 275T?

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What year was DRR 275T registered?

DRR 275T is a 1979 MG Midget, first registered on 1 January 1979.

Is DRR 275T safe to buy?

The MOT history for DRR 275T shows 2 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DRR 275T have outstanding finance?

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