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PPC 38R

1976 MG Midget

Black Petrol 1500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Nov 2018
Tests5 (2 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate40%

Mileage

67,995 mi
Last recorded67,995 miles
Recorded on5 Oct 2022
Typical for 1976 MG Midget53,434 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPPC 38R
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1976
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,500cc

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MOT History

2 pass 3 fail
Fail 5 Oct 2022 67,995 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside All direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

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

Pass 17 Nov 2017 67,050 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2017 67,045 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 21 Nov 2016 66,612 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2016 66,612 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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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PPC 38R is a 1976 MG Midget in Black with a 1,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 40%.

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 PPC 38R, 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 PPC 38R?

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What year was PPC 38R registered?

PPC 38R is a 1976 MG Midget, first registered on 8 November 1976.

Is PPC 38R safe to buy?

The MOT history for PPC 38R shows 5 tests with a 40% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does PPC 38R have outstanding finance?

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