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WJO 888K

1972 MG Midget

Red Petrol 1300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jun 2018
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

45,867 mi
Last recorded45,867 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2017
Typical for 1972 MG Midget33,792 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWJO 888K
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,300cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2017 45,867 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2017 45,867 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 10 Jun 2016 45,258 miles

both rear shock absorbers damp

Pass 5 May 2015 44,477 miles
Pass 6 May 2014 43,365 miles
Pass 9 May 2013 42,847 miles
Fail 9 May 2013 42,847 miles

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

Pass 11 May 2012 42,309 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Oil leak

Pass 23 May 2011 41,861 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Oil leak

Fail 20 May 2011 41,859 miles

Headlamp switch faulty (1.7.1)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Offside Rear Brake lever has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Oil leak

Pass 20 May 2010 41,401 miles

Oil leak

Fail 17 May 2010 41,401 miles

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

Oil leak

o/s/r brake binding slightly

Pass 9 May 2009 40,628 miles
Pass 10 May 2008 40,180 miles

Nearside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 24 May 2007 39,641 miles

Brake lever worn but not seriously weakened (3.5.1e)

Brake linkage worn but not seriously weakened (3.5.1e)

Pass 26 May 2006 38,575 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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WJO 888K is a 1972 MG Midget in Red with a 1,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1972 MG Midget models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.5% with a typical mileage of 33,792 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 fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 2,648 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WJO 888K, 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 54 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 WJO 888K?

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What year was WJO 888K registered?

WJO 888K is a 1972 MG Midget, first registered on 12 June 1972.

Is WJO 888K safe to buy?

The MOT history for WJO 888K shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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