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AHS 129S

1978 MG Midget

White Petrol 1500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Aug 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

1,307 mi
Last recorded1,307 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2017
Typical for 1978 MG Midget57,304 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAHS 129S
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1978
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,500cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Aug 2017 1,307 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2016 1,057 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2015 476 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2014 246 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2013 99,660 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn shock absorber pivot (2.7.4)

Fail 22 May 2013 99,652 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside Lower Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn shock absorber pivot (2.7.4)

Pass 17 May 2012 98,966 miles
Pass 17 May 2011 98,255 miles
Pass 13 May 2010 97,287 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2009 96,360 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2008 96,015 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2007 93,472 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2006 91,393 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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AHS 129S is a 1978 MG Midget in White with a 1,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 AHS 129S, 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 AHS 129S?

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What year was AHS 129S registered?

AHS 129S is a 1978 MG Midget, first registered on 20 July 1978.

Is AHS 129S safe to buy?

The MOT history for AHS 129S shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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