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PAT 288R

1976 MG Midget

Blue Petrol 1491cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 May 2023
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

6,363 mi
Last recorded6,363 miles
Recorded on19 May 2022
Typical for 1976 MG Midget53,434 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPAT 288R
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1976
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,491cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 May 2022 6,363 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Pass 30 Mar 2021 7,365 miles

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

Pass 9 Apr 2018 5,111 miles

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

Rear differential pinion bearing rough

Pass 8 Apr 2017 4,308 miles

advise play at nearside front wheel bearing

front anti-roll bar has limited clearance with lower wishbones

Fail 8 Apr 2017 4,298 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)

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

advise play at nearside front wheel bearing

Pass 14 Apr 2015 3,104 miles

o/s/r brake drum rubbing on backplate

Fail 14 Apr 2015 3,102 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension locking device ineffective (2.5.A.4)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Nearside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Nearside Track rod end ball pin shank loose (2.2.B.1c)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Offside Seat belt insecurely fixed to the vehicles structure (5.2.1a)

Offside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Offside Track rod end ball pin shank loose (2.2.B.1c)

Steering column top bearing excessively worn (2.1.2c)

o/s/r brake drum rubbing on backplate

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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PAT 288R is a 1976 MG Midget in Blue with a 1,491cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 PAT 288R, 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 PAT 288R?

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What year was PAT 288R registered?

PAT 288R is a 1976 MG Midget, first registered on 4 August 1976.

Is PAT 288R safe to buy?

The MOT history for PAT 288R shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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