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YAN 789T

1979 MG Midget

Red Petrol 1491cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Apr 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

80,441 mi
Last recorded80,441 miles
Recorded on1 May 2026
Typical for 1979 MG Midget52,028 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYAN 789T
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,491cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 May 2026 80,441 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2021 80,071 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2020 79,910 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2019 79,828 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2018 79,446 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2018 79,446 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Jun 2017 79,334 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2017 79,334 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 17 Jun 2016 78,974 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2015 78,566 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2014 78,385 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2014 78,385 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 4 Jul 2013 77,672 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 5 Jul 2012 77,369 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2012 77,369 miles

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

Pass 7 Jul 2011 77,027 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2010 76,426 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2009 75,914 miles
Pass 9 May 2008 75,085 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2006 74,865 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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YAN 789T is a 1979 MG Midget in Red with a 1,491cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1979 MG Midget models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.9% with a typical mileage of 52,028 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 YAN 789T, 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 47 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 YAN 789T?

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What year was YAN 789T registered?

YAN 789T is a 1979 MG Midget, first registered on 1 January 1979.

Is YAN 789T safe to buy?

The MOT history for YAN 789T shows 20 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YAN 789T have outstanding finance?

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