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HFD 117V

1979 MG Midget

Orange Petrol 1500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Oct 2020
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

7,497 mi
Last recorded7,497 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2019
Typical for 1979 MG Midget52,028 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHFD 117V
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1979
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,500cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2019 7,497 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2018 6,196 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2017 4,632 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2016 4,246 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2015 3,718 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2013 2,951 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2012 2,170 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Steering wheel retaining device insecure (2.1.6)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 11 Nov 2012 2,170 miles
Pass 19 May 2011 1,637 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Pass 29 May 2010 1,124 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2009 801 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2009 801 miles

Brake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)

Nearside Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 16 Jun 2008 513 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2007 99,792 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2006 98,428 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2006 98,428 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Steering column top bearing excessively worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 10 Jun 2005 97,423 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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HFD 117V is a 1979 MG Midget in Orange with a 1,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 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 HFD 117V, 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 HFD 117V registered?

HFD 117V is a 1979 MG Midget, first registered on 1 August 1979.

Is HFD 117V safe to buy?

The MOT history for HFD 117V shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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