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YEW 12T

1979 MG Midget

Green Petrol 1491cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Sep 2020
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

54,307 mi
Last recorded54,307 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2019
Typical for 1979 MG Midget52,028 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYEW 12T
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1979
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,491cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2019 54,307 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2018 54,263 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Fail 26 Jun 2018 54,263 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (1.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Seat belt missing (7.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 13 Jul 2017 53,404 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2010 53,320 miles

HOLE IN BOOT FLOOR AT O/S/R

Fail 15 Nov 2010 53,319 miles

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b) DANGEROUS

HOLE IN BOOT FLOOR AT O/S/R

Pass 15 Oct 2008 53,277 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2008 53,237 miles

Nearside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 1 Oct 2007 52,622 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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YEW 12T is a 1979 MG Midget in Green with a 1,491cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 YEW 12T, 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 YEW 12T?

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What year was YEW 12T registered?

YEW 12T is a 1979 MG Midget, first registered on 24 May 1979.

Is YEW 12T safe to buy?

The MOT history for YEW 12T shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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