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AAW 817T

1978 MG Midget

Red Petrol 1491cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Apr 2017
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

98,511 mi
Last recorded98,511 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2016
Typical for 1978 MG Midget57,304 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAAW 817T
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,491cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Apr 2016 98,511 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2015 98,503 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2014
Pass 30 Mar 2013 98,446 miles

Steering system slightly tight (2.2.D.1)

Fail 26 Mar 2013 98,446 miles

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

Pass 31 Mar 2012 98,439 miles

Steering system slightly tight (2.2.D.1)

Pass 19 Mar 2011 98,424 miles

Steering system slightly tight (2.2.D.1)

Pass 14 Nov 2009 98,416 miles

Steering system slightly tight (2.2.D.1)

Fail 29 Sep 2009 98,416 miles

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)

Pass 9 Oct 2008 98,407 miles

Front Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Front Steering system slightly tight (2.2.D.1)

Pass 27 Oct 2007 98,396 miles

Front Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Fail 10 Oct 2007 98,396 miles

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)

Pass 28 Oct 2006 98,385 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2006 98,385 miles

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.

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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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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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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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