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HWK 726V

1979 MG Miget

Blue Petrol 1491cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Dec 2020
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

97,602 mi
Last recorded97,602 miles
Recorded on29 May 2019
Typical for 1979 MG Miget59,859 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHWK 726V
MakeMG
ModelMiget
Year1979
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,491cc
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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 May 2019 97,602 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel pinion has slight play (2.3 (a) (i))

handbrake lever has little reserve travel

slight pump up

Fail 29 May 2019 97,602 miles

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel pinion has slight play (2.3 (a) (i))

Steering wheel spokes loose (2.2.1 (c) (i))

handbrake lever has little reserve travel

slight pump up

Pass 9 Jun 2018 96,729 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

hand brake travel

Fail 2 Jun 2018 96,715 miles

Offside Driver's seat insecure (6.2.5 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

hand brake travel

Pass 3 Jun 2017 95,774 miles

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

Pass 4 Jun 2016 94,799 miles

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 6 Jun 2015 93,796 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Steering column shaft has slight end float (2.1.3)

Steering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)

pedal rubber slightly worn

Fail 1 Jun 2015 93,796 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Steering column shaft has slight end float (2.1.3)

Steering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)

Pass 27 May 2014 93,612 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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HWK 726V is a 1979 MG Miget in Blue 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 Miget models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.9% with a typical mileage of 59,859 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 Miget fails its MOT is suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 37 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HWK 726V, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of HWK 726V?

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What year was HWK 726V registered?

HWK 726V is a 1979 MG Miget, first registered on 13 November 1979.

Is HWK 726V safe to buy?

The MOT history for HWK 726V 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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