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GDV 319N

1974 MG Midget

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jul 2013
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

475,470 mi
Last recorded475,470 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2012
Typical for 1974 MG Midget40,999 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGDV 319N
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1974
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2012 475,470 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2011 47,420 miles

advise headlamp aim just acceptable

Fail 7 Mar 2011 47,419 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 17 Mar 2009 46,639 miles

Advise Both front wheels are close to bodywork when on full lock.

Advise both front and rear indicators are slightly slow but are acceptable.

Advise both front headlamp aims are just acceptable.

Advise brake pipes across front cross member has surface corrosion.

Advise cracking to both rear tyres.

Advise stone chips in windscreen.

Pass 25 Jun 2008 46,633 miles

advise king pins fronts

advise wheels close two body work

Fail 23 Jun 2008 46,633 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

advise king pins fronts

advise wheels close two body work

Pass 8 Aug 2007 46,379 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2006 46,296 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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GDV 319N is a 1974 MG Midget in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 GDV 319N, 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

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What year was GDV 319N registered?

GDV 319N is a 1974 MG Midget, first registered on 1 October 1974.

Is GDV 319N safe to buy?

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