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WFX 198M

1973 MG Midget

Orange Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jun 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

47,478 mi
Last recorded47,478 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2017
Typical for 1973 MG Midget36,544 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWFX 198M
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1973
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2017 47,478 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2016 46,380 miles

offside front suspension/wheel brg slight play

steering column requires attention

Pass 24 Apr 2015 43,729 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2014 42,688 miles

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

front brakes binding slightly

Pass 16 Apr 2013 41,730 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2012 40,952 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2011 40,227 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2010 38,135 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2009 37,065 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2008 35,918 miles

Offside rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 26 Apr 2008 35,918 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2007 35,603 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2006 25,206 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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WFX 198M is a 1973 MG Midget in Orange with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 1973 MG Midget models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.3% with a typical mileage of 36,544 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 WFX 198M, 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 53 years old, this MG Midget is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of WFX 198M?

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What year was WFX 198M registered?

WFX 198M is a 1973 MG Midget, first registered on 22 August 1973.

Is WFX 198M safe to buy?

The MOT history for WFX 198M shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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