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WNC 520S

1978 MG Midget

Green Petrol 1500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jun 2019
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

1,997 mi
Last recorded1,997 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2018
Typical for 1978 MG Midget57,304 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWNC 520S
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1978
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,500cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2018 1,997 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Jul 2016 1,935 miles

all 4 tyres slightly perrished

Pass 2 Oct 2013 1,865 miles
Pass 25 May 2012 1,806 miles
Fail 18 May 2012 1,799 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Pass 11 Feb 2011 1,685 miles

Nearside Front Steering column shaft has slight end float (2.1.3)

Offside Front Steering column shaft has slight end float (2.1.3)

Pass 8 Aug 2009 1,515 miles

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

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

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

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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WNC 520S is a 1978 MG Midget in Green with a 1,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 WNC 520S, 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 WNC 520S?

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What year was WNC 520S registered?

WNC 520S is a 1978 MG Midget, first registered on 3 March 1978.

Is WNC 520S safe to buy?

The MOT history for WNC 520S shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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