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NJO 488T

1978 MG Midget

Green Petrol 1491cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Nov 2022
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

75,832 mi
Last recorded75,832 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2021
Typical for 1978 MG Midget57,304 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this MG
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNJO 488T
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1978
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,491cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Nov 2021 75,832 miles

Rear Leaf spring bushes deteriorating.

Pass 4 Nov 2020 75,591 miles

Nearside Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. Reduced effort. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Silencer. (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Leaf spring eye bushes deteriorating.

Pass 3 Aug 2018 74,747 miles

All tyres starting to perish.

Rear Spring hanger bushes deteriorating.

Fail 1 Aug 2018 74,747 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

All tyres starting to perish.

Rear Spring hanger bushes deteriorating.

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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NJO 488T is a 1978 MG Midget in Green with a 1,491cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 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 NJO 488T, 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 NJO 488T?

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What year was NJO 488T registered?

NJO 488T is a 1978 MG Midget, first registered on 18 August 1978.

Is NJO 488T safe to buy?

The MOT history for NJO 488T shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does NJO 488T have outstanding finance?

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