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WSN 486T

1978 MG Midget

Yellow Petrol 1300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Oct 2020
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

1,542 mi
Last recorded1,542 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2019
Typical for 1978 MG Midget57,304 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWSN 486T
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1978
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,300cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Apr 2019 1,542 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Seat belt slow to retract.

Fail 4 Apr 2019 1,542 miles

Central Exhaust system insecure Mounting missing. (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Seat belt slow to retract.

Rear Exhaust mounting defective Bolt missing from mounting. (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 25 Mar 2017 1,416 miles
Pass 12 May 2015 1,253 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2014 721 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2012 347 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2011 99,737 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 17 Jun 2010 99,525 miles

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

Pass 17 Jun 2010 99,525 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2009 99,346 miles
Pass 21 May 2008 98,989 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2007 98,512 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2005 97,696 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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WSN 486T is a 1978 MG Midget in Yellow with a 1,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 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 WSN 486T, 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 WSN 486T?

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What year was WSN 486T registered?

WSN 486T is a 1978 MG Midget, first registered on 1 September 1978.

Is WSN 486T safe to buy?

The MOT history for WSN 486T shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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