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PEJ 109S

1978 MG Midget

Green Petrol 1491cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Aug 2017
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

96,987 mi
Last recorded96,987 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2016
Typical for 1978 MG Midget57,304 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPEJ 109S
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1978
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,491cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2016 96,987 miles

Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

both rear wheel arches corroded

Fail 30 Jul 2016 96,987 miles

Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

both rear wheel arches corroded

Pass 31 Jul 2015 95,634 miles

Both rear wheel arches slightly corroded

Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 12 Aug 2014 93,459 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Fail 12 Aug 2014 93,457 miles

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

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 20 Jul 2013 93,025 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2012 92,709 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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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PEJ 109S is a 1978 MG Midget in Green with a 1,491cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 PEJ 109S, 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 PEJ 109S?

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What year was PEJ 109S registered?

PEJ 109S is a 1978 MG Midget, first registered on 14 March 1978.

Is PEJ 109S safe to buy?

The MOT history for PEJ 109S shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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