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UVG 793S

1977 MG Midget

Red Petrol 1491cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Aug 2018
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

Typical for 1977 MG Midget56,429 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUVG 793S
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1977
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,491cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Aug 2017

slight play in lower front joints

Pass 16 Aug 2016 35,301 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight movement at wishbone bearing (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower wishbone bearing (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 28 May 2014 35,267 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

n/s/r/ axle strap deterioting

Pass 6 Jun 2013 35,138 miles

rear exhaust rubber deterioting

Pass 29 May 2012 34,944 miles

Oil leak

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 29 May 2012 34,944 miles

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

Oil leak

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 19 Apr 2011 34,890 miles

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Offside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

both front lower suspension joints slightly worn

hand brake travell long

Pass 28 Apr 2010 34,735 miles

Front Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Fail 16 Apr 2010 34,735 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)

Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Front Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Pass 13 Jul 2006 34,735 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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UVG 793S is a 1977 MG Midget in Red with a 1,491cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1977 MG Midget models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.8% with a typical mileage of 56,429 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 UVG 793S, 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 49 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 UVG 793S registered?

UVG 793S is a 1977 MG Midget, first registered on 16 August 1977.

Is UVG 793S safe to buy?

The MOT history for UVG 793S shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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