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RKR 880R

1976 MG Midget

Green Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Aug 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

10,403 mi
Last recorded10,403 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2008
Typical for 1976 MG Midget53,434 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRKR 880R
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1976
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2008 10,403 miles

flexi cap fitted

passengers seat missing

Fail 16 May 2006 7,949 miles

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

Nearside Front position lamp(s) obviously incorrectly positioned (1.1.A.3a)

Nearside Rear wheel cylinder securing device loose (3.5.1j)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.6.D2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 16 May 2006 7,949 miles
Pass 26 May 2005 6,582 miles

Nearside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.2.C.1h)

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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RKR 880R is a 1976 MG Midget in Green with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 RKR 880R, 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 RKR 880R?

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What year was RKR 880R registered?

RKR 880R is a 1976 MG Midget, first registered on 30 December 1976.

Is RKR 880R safe to buy?

The MOT history for RKR 880R shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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