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YJM 879T

1979 MG Midget

Red Petrol 1500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Aug 2017
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

29,226 mi
Last recorded29,226 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2016
Typical for 1979 MG Midget52,028 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYJM 879T
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,500cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 1 Sep 2016 29,226 miles

n/s/f outer floor panel corroded

Pass 22 Jul 2015 23,043 miles

Oil leak

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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YJM 879T is a 1979 MG Midget in Red with a 1,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 YJM 879T, 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 YJM 879T?

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What year was YJM 879T registered?

YJM 879T is a 1979 MG Midget, first registered on 1 May 1979.

Is YJM 879T safe to buy?

The MOT history for YJM 879T shows 2 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YJM 879T have outstanding finance?

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