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YPH 845T

1978 MG Midget

Orange Petrol 1491cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Nov 2018
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

40,950 mi
Last recorded40,950 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2017
Typical for 1978 MG Midget57,304 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYPH 845T
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1978
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,491cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2017 40,950 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing slight play

Offside Rear tyre getting down on inside

Pass 12 Jul 2016 39,862 miles

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

Offside Rear brake pipe slightly corroded

o/s/f tyre wearing on inside

slight oil leak

Fail 6 Jul 2016 39,862 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded Front To Rear (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

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

Offside Rear brake pipe slightly corroded

o/s/f tyre wearing on inside

slight oil leak

Pass 14 Jul 2015 38,255 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2014 88,679 miles

When handbrake is applied the tunnel is seen to flex.

Fail 10 Jun 2014 88,679 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Track rod end loose (2.2.B.1d)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

When handbrake is applied the tunnel is seen to flex.

Pass 30 Apr 2010 86,933 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2008 85,832 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

brake and clutch pedals starting to operate together suspect they are starting to sieze on pedal pivot pin

nearside rear tyre has numerous surface cuts on inner sidewall

Fail 20 Jun 2008 85,832 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

brake and clutch pedals starting to operate together suspect they are starting to sieze on pedal pivot pin

nearside rear tyre has numerous surface cuts on inner sidewall

Pass 26 May 2006 84,357 miles

o/s steering rack end movement

o/s/ front brake slight bind

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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YPH 845T is a 1978 MG Midget in Orange with a 1,491cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 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 YPH 845T, 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 YPH 845T?

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What year was YPH 845T registered?

YPH 845T is a 1978 MG Midget, first registered on 23 August 1978.

Is YPH 845T safe to buy?

The MOT history for YPH 845T shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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