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GCC 90N

1974 MG Midget

Maroon Petrol 1300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Sep 2025
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

83,841 mi
Last recorded83,841 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2024
Typical for 1974 MG Midget40,999 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGCC 90N
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1974
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,300cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Sep 2024 83,841 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Jul 2023 83,685 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Sep 2021 83,501 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2020 83,372 miles

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Aug 2019 83,253 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Aug 2018 83,066 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Sep 2017 82,919 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 12 Sep 2017 82,919 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 3 Oct 2016 82,769 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2015 82,592 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2014 82,327 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2013 82,173 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2012 82,011 miles
Pass 18 May 2011 81,919 miles

Brake pedal spongey.

Hazard lamp switch faulty.

Fail 10 May 2011 81,919 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Position lamp switch faulty (1.1.A.1)

Rear Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Brake pedal spongey.

Coolant leak from engine.

Hazard lamp switch faulty.

Pass 22 Apr 2010 81,880 miles

both front brake discs show some rust pitting

Fail 22 Apr 2010 81,880 miles

All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

both front brake discs show some rust pitting

Pass 16 May 2009 81,772 miles
Pass 2 May 2008 81,728 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

slight play in steering

Pass 9 May 2007 81,534 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2006 81,349 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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GCC 90N is a 1974 MG Midget in Maroon with a 1,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1974 MG Midget models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.6% with a typical mileage of 40,999 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 GCC 90N, 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 52 years old, this MG Midget is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of GCC 90N?

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What year was GCC 90N registered?

GCC 90N is a 1974 MG Midget, first registered on 21 November 1974.

Is GCC 90N safe to buy?

The MOT history for GCC 90N shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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