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WJG 70T

1979 MG Midget 1500

Black Petrol 1491cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jan 2021
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

84,880 mi
Last recorded84,880 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2019
Typical for 1979 MG Midget 150058,797 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWJG 70T
MakeMG
ModelMidget 1500
Year1979
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,491cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Jul 2019 84,880 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2016 84,877 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2015 84,874 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2014 84,472 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2013 83,651 miles

all tyres perrished

Pass 19 Jun 2012 82,766 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2011 82,092 miles
Pass 28 May 2010 80,809 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2009 79,827 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2008 78,262 miles
Pass 24 May 2007 78,247 miles
Fail 19 May 2007 78,247 miles

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

Fuel hose leaking (7.2.3) DANGEROUS

Pass 5 May 2006 78,032 miles

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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WJG 70T is a 1979 MG Midget 1500 in Black with a 1,491cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 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 WJG 70T, 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

How do I check the history of WJG 70T?

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What year was WJG 70T registered?

WJG 70T is a 1979 MG Midget 1500, first registered on 24 May 1979.

Is WJG 70T safe to buy?

The MOT history for WJG 70T 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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