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WFB 398T

1979 MG Midget 1500

White Petrol 1491cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jun 2017
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

96,911 mi
Last recorded96,911 miles
Recorded on21 Jun 2016
Typical for 1979 MG Midget 150058,797 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWFB 398T
MakeMG
ModelMidget 1500
Year1979
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,491cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 21 Jun 2016 96,911 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2013 96,850 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2012 96,818 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2012 96,817 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Pass 2 Aug 2011 96,764 miles

n/s/f floor section rusted through,but outside 30cm.

Pass 17 Aug 2010 96,710 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2010 96,710 miles

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

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 11 Aug 2009 96,591 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2009 96,590 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Exhaust engine idle speed too high (7.3.A.2a)

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

Nearside Front Axle king pin has excessive play in pin and/or bush adversely affecting the steering (2.5.A.3a)

Offside Front Axle king pin has excessive play in pin and/or bush adversely affecting the steering (2.5.A.3a)

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

Pass 15 Jul 2008 96,562 miles

both front tyrescracking in tread pattern but no wires showing,or serperation.

o/s/rear tyre sidewall cracking

Fail 11 Jul 2008 96,561 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

both front tyrescracking in tread pattern but no wires showing,or serperation.

o/s/rear tyre sidewall cracking

Pass 21 Jun 2007 96,553 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2007 96,552 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Pass 7 Jul 2006 96,475 miles

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

surface rust on front & rear brake pipes †surface rust close to o/s/r spring anchor moumt †n/s/r brake sluggish

How Reliable is the MG Midget 1500?

Based on 40,016 MOT tests across 5,009 vehicles.

70.9%
Pass Rate
297
Miles/Year
51
Year Lifespan
5,009
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 1,890
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 1,878
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 1,859
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 1,853
Stop lamp not working 1,487
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WFB 398T is a 1979 MG Midget 1500 in White with a 1,491cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

Across all 1979 MG Midget 1500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.3% with a typical mileage of 58,797 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 1500 fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 1,890 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WFB 398T, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG Midget 1500 typically stays on UK roads for around 51 years. At 47 years old, this MG Midget 1500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was WFB 398T registered?

WFB 398T is a 1979 MG Midget 1500, first registered on 6 June 1979.

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The MOT history for WFB 398T shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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