Brake Lights Not Working On An MG Midget (How To Fix)

The Blokes are back again with a short and basic video tutorial for how to fix the problem with the brake lights not working in an MG Midget.

[@jamieblanche257]

brilliant. I had the same problem with the same fault. Now ordered up a replacement switch. Cheers guys!

[@briandemers3036]

Greetings from Massachusetts! I recently purchased my first Midget, and this video was a big help! Thanks guys!

[@Beethoven80]

Thanks a lot, this helped me with fixing exactly the same problem with my Midget!

[@christophercummings697]

I've got a '63 Sprite with the same switch and this is a brilliant test for this problem.

[@markkaminski4028]

I've also read that one can take off the brake reservoir cap and replace with cling-wrap (or equivalent) to minimize air entry. Good to know that one can quickly change out the switches without necessarily having to bleed the brakes. :-)

[@tropicalhunch2802]

They kinda forgot to mention. You gotta turn on the ignition to do the paperclip test.

[@thecowgumkid1944]

My midget’s brake lights have just stopped working. Should I check for a blown fuse first?

[@mundanestuff]

I have a 77 Midget with no brake lights here in the US. Switch is under the steering column, and much smaller, but jumping the switch doesn't turn on the lights. Checking voltage at the socket and upstream wiring next.

[@mundanestuff]

And.... It's got a brake light switch on the front side of the master cylinder that's bad, you solved it. I don't know what the heck the thing is under the steering column, it's attached to the brake line at the splitter. Maybe an abandoned brake light switch?