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FCX 789S

1978 MG Midget

Yellow Petrol 1491cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jun 2017
Tests18 (10 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

499 mi
Last recorded499 miles
Recorded on20 May 2016
Typical for 1978 MG Midget57,304 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFCX 789S
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1978
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,491cc

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MOT History

10 pass 8 fail
Pass 20 May 2016 499 miles

Nearside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush trunion joint worn (2.5.A.3a)

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive FLOOR PAN .SILL AND ARCH AREAS (5.2.6)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive FLOOR PAN / SILL AND REAR ARCH AREAS (5.2.6)

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive REAR AREAS (2.4.A.3)

Pass 19 Jun 2015 458 miles

driver seat back loose

Pass 14 Feb 2014 393 miles

Slight Corrosion in boot floor rear valence area OSR

Fail 14 Feb 2014 393 miles

Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Slight Corrosion in boot floor rear valence area OSR

Pass 16 Feb 2013 298 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2013 298 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade missing (8.2.2)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Windscreen wiper blade missing (8.2.2)

Steering column movement between the shaft and steering wheel (2.1.2b)

Steering column shaft has excessive end float (2.1.3)

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Fail 3 Jan 2013 284 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Pass 3 Jan 2012 277 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

offside door mirror missing

rear boot floor corroded

slight play in nearside front kingpin

Fail 29 Dec 2011 277 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Steering column movement between the shaft and steering wheel (2.1.2b)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

offside door mirror missing

rear boot floor corroded

slight play in nearside front kingpin

Pass 22 Dec 2010 232 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2009 121 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2009 121 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

Offside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Fail 12 Dec 2008 121 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 12 Dec 2008 121 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2007 108 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2007 108 miles

All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 27 Jul 2006 45 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2006 39 miles

Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (2.4.A.3)

BODY HAS CORROSION IN PRESCRIBED AREAS

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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FCX 789S is a 1978 MG Midget in Yellow with a 1,491cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 FCX 789S, 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 FCX 789S?

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What year was FCX 789S registered?

FCX 789S is a 1978 MG Midget, first registered on 18 January 1978.

Is FCX 789S safe to buy?

The MOT history for FCX 789S shows 18 tests with a 55.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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