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WMG 801T

1978 MG Midget

Red Petrol 1491cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Aug 2025
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

13,090 mi
Last recorded13,090 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2024
Typical for 1978 MG Midget57,304 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWMG 801T
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,491cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Aug 2024 13,090 miles

Nearside Front FLOOR HOLED

Nearside PASSENGER FLOOR HOLED

Nearside Rear DRUM BACK PLATE WET

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive REAR DIFF (8.4.1 (a) (i))

REVERSE LIGHTS NOT WORKING

Fail 15 Aug 2024 13,084 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure OUTER SHOULDER SPLIT - 145R13 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front FLOOR HOLED

Nearside PASSENGER FLOOR HOLED

Nearside Rear DRUM BACK PLATE WET

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive REAR DIFF (8.4.1 (a) (i))

REVERSE LIGHTS NOT WORKING

Pass 2 Aug 2023 12,854 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing In tread area (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Floor area is corroded in several places (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing In tread area (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Slight lift in king pin

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Park brake low effort

Steering rack has play in the bush both sides of rack

Fail 20 Jul 2023 12,854 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Fixed end of spring (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (1.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing In tread area (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Floor area is corroded in several places (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing In tread area (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Slight lift in king pin

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Park brake low effort

Steering rack has play in the bush both sides of rack

Pass 1 Aug 2022 12,730 miles

Nearside Front tyre starting to perish

oil leak

oil leak rear diff

Fail 12 Jul 2022 12,724 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Rear Lower Leaf spring anchor pin or bush excessively worn BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer not working PUSH BUTTON (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing TREAD CRACKED - 2003 MICHELIN - 155/70R13 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive REAR DIFF (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 19 May 2021 12,659 miles
Fail 6 May 2021 12,656 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn shock absorber lever (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (1.3.1 (b) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Dec 2017 12,250 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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WMG 801T is a 1978 MG Midget in Red with a 1,491cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 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 WMG 801T, 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 WMG 801T?

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What year was WMG 801T registered?

WMG 801T is a 1978 MG Midget, first registered on 2 August 1978.

Is WMG 801T safe to buy?

The MOT history for WMG 801T shows 9 tests with a 55.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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