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RWE 473E

1989 MG Midget

Green Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Nov 2016
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

81,991 mi
Last recorded81,991 miles
Recorded on19 Nov 2015
Typical for 1989 MG Midget51,693 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRWE 473E
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1989
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Nov 2015 81,991 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2014 81,988 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2014 81,988 miles

Nearside Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Registration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 20 Sep 2011 81,438 miles

clutch slave cylinder leaking

Fail 19 Sep 2011 81,438 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

clutch slave cylinder leaking

Pass 29 Apr 2009 81,181 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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RWE 473E is a 1989 MG Midget in Green with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1989 MG Midget models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.4% with a typical mileage of 51,693 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 RWE 473E, 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 37 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 RWE 473E?

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What year was RWE 473E registered?

RWE 473E is a 1989 MG Midget, first registered on 2 November 1989.

Is RWE 473E safe to buy?

The MOT history for RWE 473E shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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