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OFV 282X

1982 MG Midget

Green Petrol 1491cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Aug 2023
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

2,502 mi
Last recorded2,502 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2022
Typical for 1982 MG Midget51,223 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOFV 282X
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1982
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,491cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Aug 2022 2,502 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2010 2,400 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

n/s track rod end boot spilt, NO PLAY.

o/s & n/s front kingpins worn slightly.

o/s & n/s front tyres- tread cracked, NO CORDS SHOWING.

o/s & n/s rear brakes binding slightly.

Fail 29 Jun 2010 2,387 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear reflector not red in colour (1.5.1d)

o/s & n/s front kingpins worn slightly.

o/s & n/s front tyres- tread cracked, NO CORDS SHOWING.

o/s rear brakes binding slightly.

Pass 1 May 2009 1,770 miles

Offside Rear position lamp(s) slightly discoloured (1.1.A.3e)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

n/s front wheel bearing worn slightly.

slight play from o/s & n/s front kingpins.

wiper fast speed faulty.

wiper parking faulty, able to park wipers manually.

Fail 14 Apr 2009 1,757 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

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

Offside Rear position lamp(s) slightly discoloured (1.1.A.3e)

n/s front wheel bearing worn slightly.

slight play from o/s & n/s front kingpins.

wiper fast speed faulty.

wiper parking faulty, able to park wipers manually.

Pass 18 Jul 2006 353 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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

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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OFV 282X is a 1982 MG Midget in Green with a 1,491cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1982 MG Midget models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.0% with a typical mileage of 51,223 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 OFV 282X, 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 44 years old, this MG Midget is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was OFV 282X registered?

OFV 282X is a 1982 MG Midget, first registered on 5 February 1982.

Is OFV 282X safe to buy?

The MOT history for OFV 282X shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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