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GCX 992N

1974 MG Midget

Red Petrol 1491cc
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MOT Status

Tests1 (0 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate0%

Mileage

17,081 mi
Last recorded17,081 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2017
Typical for 1974 MG Midget40,999 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGCX 992N
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1974
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,491cc

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MOT History

0 pass 1 fail
Fail 27 Jun 2017 17,081 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported at middle (7.1.1)

Lower Steering column retaining device insecure (2.1.6)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded front chassis leg to floor pan area (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired front of chassis leg holed by arb mount (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired rear of spring mounting point chassis area (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded floor area holed (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded rear spring front mounting area holed (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired rear spring mounting area (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded front of chassis leg holed by arb mount (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired front chassis leg to floor pan area (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired rear of spring mounting point chassis area (2.4.A.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded floor area holed (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded rear spring rear mounting area (2.4.A.3)

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded middle of floor at rear (5.2.6)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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GCX 992N is a 1974 MG Midget in Red with a 1,491cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 0%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 GCX 992N, 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 GCX 992N?

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What year was GCX 992N registered?

GCX 992N is a 1974 MG Midget, first registered on 6 December 1974.

Is GCX 992N safe to buy?

The MOT history for GCX 992N shows 1 test with a 0% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GCX 992N have outstanding finance?

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