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EMV 456T

1979 MG Midget

Blue Petrol 1491cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jun 2021
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

37,805 mi
Last recorded37,805 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2020
Typical for 1979 MG Midget52,028 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEMV 456T
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1979
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,491cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2020 37,805 miles

Slight lift in both front kingpins

Pass 3 Apr 2019 37,216 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2018 36,718 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2018 36,718 miles

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

Pass 24 Mar 2017 36,065 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2016 35,609 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2014 35,607 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2009 35,602 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2009 35,602 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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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EMV 456T is a 1979 MG Midget in Blue with a 1,491cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 EMV 456T, 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 EMV 456T?

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What year was EMV 456T registered?

EMV 456T is a 1979 MG Midget, first registered on 12 June 1979.

Is EMV 456T safe to buy?

The MOT history for EMV 456T shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does EMV 456T have outstanding finance?

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