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FAA 510S

1977 MG Midget

Red Petrol 1491cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Mar 2026
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

13,129 mi
Last recorded13,129 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2025
Typical for 1977 MG Midget56,429 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFAA 510S
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1977
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,491cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2025 13,129 miles

Central Oil leak, but not excessive Gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive Axle (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 19 Mar 2025 13,119 miles

Nearside Front Hydraulic brake calliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play Lock nut loose (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play Lock nut loose (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Central Oil leak, but not excessive Gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Parking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated Stiff (1.1.6 (d))

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive Axle (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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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FAA 510S is a 1977 MG Midget in Red with a 1,491cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1977 MG Midget models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.8% with a typical mileage of 56,429 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 FAA 510S, 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 49 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 FAA 510S registered?

FAA 510S is a 1977 MG Midget, first registered on 24 October 1977.

Is FAA 510S safe to buy?

The MOT history for FAA 510S shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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