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PHN 16R

1976 MG Midget

Blue Petrol 1500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Aug 2018
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

99,766 mi
Last recorded99,766 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2017
Typical for 1976 MG Midget53,434 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPHN 16R
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1976
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,500cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 15 Aug 2017 99,766 miles

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

Offside Front Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)

Pass 10 Aug 2016 99,300 miles

Nearside Front Lower Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Lower Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 20 Aug 2015 98,815 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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PHN 16R is a 1976 MG Midget in Blue with a 1,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 PHN 16R, 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 PHN 16R?

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What year was PHN 16R registered?

PHN 16R is a 1976 MG Midget, first registered on 1 August 1976.

Is PHN 16R safe to buy?

The MOT history for PHN 16R shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does PHN 16R have outstanding finance?

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