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AEK 987T

1978 MG Midget

Red Petrol 1491cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Sep 2017
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

99,590 mi
Last recorded99,590 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2016
Typical for 1978 MG Midget57,304 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAEK 987T
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,491cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2016 99,590 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2016 99,590 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded rebound strap area (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 5 May 2015 99,352 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2013 99,153 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2012 99,077 miles

Offside Front Suspension weakened but no possibility of the body or a component fouling a road wheel (2.4.A.1b)

Fail 13 Jun 2011 98,761 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 13 Jun 2011 98,761 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2010 98,148 miles

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 18 Apr 2008 97,432 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 4 May 2007 97,432 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2006 96,896 miles

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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AEK 987T is a 1978 MG Midget in Red with a 1,491cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 AEK 987T, 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

How do I check the history of AEK 987T?

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What year was AEK 987T registered?

AEK 987T is a 1978 MG Midget, first registered on 3 November 1978.

Is AEK 987T safe to buy?

The MOT history for AEK 987T shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AEK 987T have outstanding finance?

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