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PUV 717R

1976 MG Midget

Green Petrol 1491cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Dec 2019
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

90,874 mi
Last recorded90,874 miles
Recorded on13 Dec 2018
Typical for 1976 MG Midget53,434 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPUV 717R
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1976
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,491cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Dec 2018 90,874 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2018 90,872 miles

Emissions not tested engine bad running and cutting out (8.2.1.2 (d))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

clutch pedal antislip missing

Pass 24 Jul 2017 90,848 miles

both front shock absorbers weak

centre exhaust mounting seperating

Fail 19 Jun 2015 90,789 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Steering rack insecure (2.2.B.1a)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

exhaust mount broken (in front of rear axle)

nearside steering rack gaiter twisted

Pass 19 Jun 2015 90,789 miles

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

exhaust mount broken (in front of rear axle)

nearside steering rack gaiter twisted

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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PUV 717R is a 1976 MG Midget in Green with a 1,491cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 PUV 717R, 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 PUV 717R?

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What year was PUV 717R registered?

PUV 717R is a 1976 MG Midget, first registered on 29 October 1976.

Is PUV 717R safe to buy?

The MOT history for PUV 717R shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does PUV 717R have outstanding finance?

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