MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
98,511 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Steering system slightly tight (2.2.D.1)
Fuel hose insecure (7.2.1)
Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
Nearside Rear Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
n/s rear check strap on n/s rear axle in poor condition
Steering system slightly tight (2.2.D.1)
Steering system slightly tight (2.2.D.1)
Steering system slightly tight (2.2.D.1)
Front Steering system excessively tight (2.2.D.1)
Nearside Rear Upper Leaf spring has a deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)
Nearside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
Offside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
Offside Upper Leaf spring has a deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)
Front Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)
Front Steering system slightly tight (2.2.D.1)
Front Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)
Horn not working (1.6.2a)
Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
Offside Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)
Offside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)
Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)
Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
How Reliable is the MG Midget?
Based on 84,419 MOT tests across 9,949 vehicles.
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AAW 817T is a 1978 MG Midget in Red with a 1,491cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.
Across all 1978 MG Midget models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.1% with a typical mileage of 57,304 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 AAW 817T, 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 48 years old, this MG Midget is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.
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What year was AAW 817T registered?
AAW 817T is a 1978 MG Midget, first registered on 23 November 1978.
Is AAW 817T safe to buy?
The MOT history for AAW 817T shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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