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WFG 457S

1978 MG Midget 1500

Black Petrol 1491cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jan 2021
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

3,642 mi
Last recorded3,642 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2019
Typical for 1978 MG Midget 150060,768 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWFG 457S
MakeMG
ModelMidget 1500
Year1978
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,491cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2019 3,642 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2018 3,191 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2015 3,122 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 28 Aug 2014 2,814 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2014 2,814 miles

Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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

Steering wheel retaining device insecure (2.1.6)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b) DANGEROUS

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 8 Aug 2013 1,610 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2012 1,156 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2012 1,156 miles

Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

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

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 8 Aug 2011 524 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2010 99,133 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2009 98,492 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2008 96,563 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2007 94,860 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2007 92,460 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2007 92,457 miles

Offside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Pass 17 May 2006 91,465 miles
Fail 17 May 2006 91,465 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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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WFG 457S is a 1978 MG Midget 1500 in Black with a 1,491cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

Across all 1978 MG Midget 1500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.2% with a typical mileage of 60,768 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 WFG 457S, 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 48 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 WFG 457S registered?

WFG 457S is a 1978 MG Midget 1500, first registered on 5 May 1978.

Is WFG 457S safe to buy?

The MOT history for WFG 457S shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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