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OWM 833S

1978 MG Midget

Green Petrol 1491cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jul 2015
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

88,051 mi
Last recorded88,051 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2014
Typical for 1978 MG Midget57,304 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOWM 833S
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1978
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,491cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 14 Jul 2014 88,051 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2013 87,688 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2012 87,340 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2011 87,176 miles

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

Offside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Pass 10 Jul 2010 86,876 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 22 Jun 2009 86,273 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2008 85,726 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2007 85,385 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2006 84,367 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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OWM 833S is a 1978 MG Midget in Green with a 1,491cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 OWM 833S, 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 OWM 833S?

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What year was OWM 833S registered?

OWM 833S is a 1978 MG Midget, first registered on 24 May 1978.

Is OWM 833S safe to buy?

The MOT history for OWM 833S shows 9 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does OWM 833S have outstanding finance?

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