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AGU 188T

1978 MG Midget

Red Petrol 1500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Apr 2017
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

82,245 mi
Last recorded82,245 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2016
Typical for 1978 MG Midget57,304 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAGU 188T
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,500cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2016 82,245 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2015 81,525 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2013 81,518 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2013 81,518 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Centre Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

Nearside Front Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Rear Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has a deteriorated anchor pin rubber bush resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Offside Front Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

Offside Rear Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

Offside Rear Upper Leaf spring has excessive wear in an anchor pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Fail 3 Feb 2012 81,483 miles

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

Pass 3 Feb 2012 81,483 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2009 81,413 miles

Nearside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 16 Jul 2008 81,001 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2008 81,001 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 27 Jul 2007 80,763 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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AGU 188T is a 1978 MG Midget in Red with a 1,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AGU 188T, 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 AGU 188T registered?

AGU 188T is a 1978 MG Midget, first registered on 1 August 1978.

Is AGU 188T safe to buy?

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