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FWK 404T

1979 MG Midget 1500

Green Petrol 1491cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Nov 2017
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

94,190 mi
Last recorded94,190 miles
Recorded on2 Nov 2016
Typical for 1979 MG Midget 150058,797 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFWK 404T
MakeMG
ModelMidget 1500
Year1979
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,491cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Nov 2016 94,190 miles

Nearside Front Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)

Fail 28 Oct 2016 94,190 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Front Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)

both offside tyres slight perishing

Pass 17 Nov 2015 93,013 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2014 92,772 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2013 91,582 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2013 91,582 miles

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

Horn control missing (1.6.1)

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fail 18 Oct 2012 89,989 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 18 Oct 2012 89,989 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2012 89,979 miles

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

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

How Reliable is the MG Midget 1500?

Based on 40,016 MOT tests across 5,009 vehicles.

70.9%
Pass Rate
297
Miles/Year
51
Year Lifespan
5,009
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 1,890
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 1,878
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 1,859
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 1,853
Stop lamp not working 1,487
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FWK 404T is a 1979 MG Midget 1500 in Green with a 1,491cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

Across all 1979 MG Midget 1500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.3% with a typical mileage of 58,797 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 1500 fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 1,890 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FWK 404T, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG Midget 1500 typically stays on UK roads for around 51 years. At 47 years old, this MG Midget 1500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FWK 404T registered?

FWK 404T is a 1979 MG Midget 1500, first registered on 18 June 1979.

Is FWK 404T safe to buy?

The MOT history for FWK 404T shows 9 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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