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WRV 158K

1997 MG Midget

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Aug 2012
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

2 mi
Last recorded2 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2011
Typical for 1997 MG Midget38,718 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWRV 158K
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2011 2 miles

Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

slight play nearside front wheel

slight play offside rear wheel

Fail 13 Aug 2011 2 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

slight play nearside front wheel

slight play offside rear wheel

Fail 17 Jul 2010 12,938 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 17 Jul 2010 12,938 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2009 12,903 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Oil leak

front no pla te cracked

Pass 25 Jul 2009 12,903 miles

Oil leak

front no pla te cracked

Pass 28 Jun 2008 12,889 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2007 12,296 miles

Brake master cylinder slightly corroded (3.6.G.1b)

Lower Steering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Oil leak

Parking brake mechanism/associated mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (3.1.9)

front number plate slightly loose

Pass 6 May 2006 12,149 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2006 12,124 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn linkage (2.7.4)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

brakes handbrake test revealed failure in linkage recomend full strip and investtigation

floor pan welding condition not ideal recomend re-welding

gearbox mounting bolt missing

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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WRV 158K is a 1997 MG Midget in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1997 MG Midget models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.1% with a typical mileage of 38,718 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 WRV 158K, 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 29 years old, this MG Midget is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was WRV 158K registered?

WRV 158K is a 1997 MG Midget, first registered on 18 April 1997.

Is WRV 158K safe to buy?

The MOT history for WRV 158K shows 10 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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