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GGH 760T

1979 MG Midget

Orange Petrol 1491cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jun 2025
Tests11 (6 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate54.5%

Mileage

8,806 mi
Last recorded8,806 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2024
Typical for 1979 MG Midget52,028 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGGH 760T
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1979
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,491cc

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MOT History

6 pass 5 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2024 8,806 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

General suspension components corroded

Hazard switch faulty

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

Fail 7 May 2024 8,793 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))

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

Steering wheel has excessive movement up and down (2.2.2 (a))

General all suspension components corroded

hazard switch faulty

Pass 30 May 2022 8,725 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 23 May 2022 8,722 miles

Nearside Front Lower Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced floor pan to front inner wing has a hole (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced front chassis leg has a hole (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 29 Jun 2015 8,677 miles

Centre rear brake pipe quite corroded.

Driver's floor is quite corroded.

N/s/f chassis holed in front of wheel arch area.

The seat belt enertia reels are NOT CORRECTLY FITTED TO THE CAR and the belts MAY NOT BE EFFECTIVE IN AN IMPACT. It is strongly recommended this issue is dealt with.

Fail 24 Jun 2015 8,677 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Centre rear brake pipe quite corroded.

Driver's floor is quite corroded.

Fuel line contacting gearbox bell housing.

N/s/f chassis holed in front of wheel arch area.

N/s/r brake pipe in contact with axle where not secured. This could cause wear and brake failure.

Rear exhaust mounting looks almost undone and second-rear one is badly split. Front one also loose.

The seat belt enertia reels are NOT CORRECTLY FITTED TO THE CAR and the belts MAY NOT BE EFFECTIVE IN AN IMPACT. It is strongly recommended this issue is dealt with.

Pass 23 Jun 2014 8,611 miles

Offside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)

brake pipe front to rear is corroded

general corrosion

Fail 13 Jun 2014 8,607 miles

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

Fuel pipe excessively damaged (7.2.2)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)

brake pipe front to rear is corroded

fuel return pipe front to rear is corroded

general corrosion

Pass 8 Dec 2009 8,490 miles

BOTH FRONT INNER WHEEL ARCHES CORRODED

REAR BRAKE PIPE CORRODING

REAR NUMBER PLATE CRACKED

Fail 26 Nov 2009 8,462 miles

Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

BOTH FRONT INNER WHEEL ARCHES CORRODED

OFFSIDE REAR INNER QUARTER PANEL CORRODED

REAR BRAKE PIPE CORRODING

REAR NUMBER PLATE CRACKED

Pass 9 Jun 2005 7,897 miles

front crossmember starting to corrode

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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GGH 760T is a 1979 MG Midget in Orange with a 1,491cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 54.5%.

Across all 1979 MG Midget models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.9% with a typical mileage of 52,028 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 GGH 760T, 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 47 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 GGH 760T registered?

GGH 760T is a 1979 MG Midget, first registered on 9 February 1979.

Is GGH 760T safe to buy?

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