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NUT 290P

1976 MG Midget

Red Petrol 1491cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jul 2022
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

92,067 mi
Last recorded92,067 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2021
Typical for 1976 MG Midget53,434 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNUT 290P
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1976
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,491cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Jul 2021 92,067 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

previously welded panels underside undersealed

Pass 3 Apr 2017 91,171 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2016 90,682 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2015 90,332 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2014 90,012 miles

Oil leak

Pass 7 Feb 2013 89,899 miles

Engine oil leak

Gearbox oil leak

Rear diff oil leak

Pass 26 Mar 2012 89,825 miles

Gearbox oil leak

Fail 22 Mar 2012 89,825 miles

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

Gearbox oil leak

Pass 12 May 2010 89,626 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2009 84,605 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2008 89,444 miles

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

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (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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NUT 290P is a 1976 MG Midget in Red with a 1,491cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 1976 MG Midget models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.1% with a typical mileage of 53,434 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 NUT 290P, 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 50 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 NUT 290P?

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What year was NUT 290P registered?

NUT 290P is a 1976 MG Midget, first registered on 4 June 1976.

Is NUT 290P safe to buy?

The MOT history for NUT 290P shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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