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PBR 788P

1976 MG Midget

Red Petrol 1491cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Sep 2015
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

8,829 mi
Last recorded8,829 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2014
Typical for 1976 MG Midget53,434 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPBR 788P
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1976
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,491cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2014 8,829 miles

body and chassis corroded

Fail 23 Sep 2014 8,828 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

body and chassis corroded

Pass 24 Sep 2013 8,609 miles

body and chassis corroded

Fail 10 Sep 2013 8,605 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

body and chassis corroded

Pass 22 Aug 2012 8,411 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2012 8,411 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Position lamp switch does not illuminate the front and rear position lamps with a single operation (1.1.A.2)

Pass 25 Jul 2007 8,163 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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PBR 788P is a 1976 MG Midget in Red with a 1,491cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 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 PBR 788P, 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 PBR 788P?

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What year was PBR 788P registered?

PBR 788P is a 1976 MG Midget, first registered on 23 April 1976.

Is PBR 788P safe to buy?

The MOT history for PBR 788P shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does PBR 788P have outstanding finance?

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