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HFG 286T

1979 MG Miget

Yellow Petrol 1575cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jul 2015
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

65,471 mi
Last recorded65,471 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2014
Typical for 1979 MG Miget59,859 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHFG 286T
MakeMG
ModelMiget
Year1979
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,575cc
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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2014 65,471 miles

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Oil leak

Rear diff leaking

Pass 7 May 2013 65,251 miles

o/s/r spring rear hanger lower bush perished

front bump stop rubbers perished

rear exhaust mounting rubber split

Pass 9 May 2012 65,209 miles

Oil leak

Pass 6 May 2011 65,176 miles

CO level - 4.106%

HC level - 180

front brake discs pitted

Pass 19 May 2010 65,113 miles

All rear spring bushes perished

Various underside corrosion

Fail 28 Apr 2010 65,111 miles

Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Headlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Steering column top mounting bracket insecure (2.1.2d)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Both rear spring eye and shackle bushes worn and perished

Corrosion to both rear inner wheel arches

Corrosion to front floor pan both sides

Hazard warning lights flashing very fast.

Nearside door mirror missing

Pass 23 Jun 2006 64,424 miles

How Reliable is the MG Miget?

Based on 958 MOT tests across 104 vehicles.

75.9%
Pass Rate
309
Miles/Year
55
Year Lifespan
104
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 37
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 27
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 26
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 21
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 21
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HFG 286T is a 1979 MG Miget in Yellow with a 1,575cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1979 MG Miget models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.9% with a typical mileage of 59,859 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG Miget fails its MOT is suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 37 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HFG 286T, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG Miget typically stays on UK roads for around 55 years. At 47 years old, this MG Miget is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was HFG 286T registered?

HFG 286T is a 1979 MG Miget, first registered on 1 January 1979.

Is HFG 286T safe to buy?

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