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WJW 681T

1978 MG Midget

Yellow Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jun 2019
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

66,042 mi
Last recorded66,042 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2018
Typical for 1978 MG Midget57,304 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWJW 681T
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1978
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2018 66,042 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Aug 2015 65,944 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

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

centre exhaust rubber mounting perished

oil leak

slight wheel bearing noise nearside front

Pass 25 Jun 2014 65,586 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2013 65,513 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2011 65,337 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2010 65,150 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2009 65,078 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2008 64,989 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2007 64,810 miles
Fail 2 Jan 2007 64,810 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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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WJW 681T is a 1978 MG Midget in Yellow with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1978 MG Midget models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.1% with a typical mileage of 57,304 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 WJW 681T, 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 48 years old, this MG Midget is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of WJW 681T?

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What year was WJW 681T registered?

WJW 681T is a 1978 MG Midget, first registered on 11 August 1978.

Is WJW 681T safe to buy?

The MOT history for WJW 681T shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does WJW 681T have outstanding finance?

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