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UJB 809S

1978 MG Midget

Black Petrol 1491cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 May 2019
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

55,756 mi
Last recorded55,756 miles
Recorded on11 May 2018
Typical for 1978 MG Midget57,304 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUJB 809S
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1978
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,491cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 May 2018 55,756 miles

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

vehicle is undersealed

Pass 24 Sep 2016 55,276 miles

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 26 Aug 2015 55,267 miles
Pass 22 May 2013 54,485 miles

Oil leak

Pass 15 May 2012 53,846 miles

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 13 May 2011 53,165 miles
Fail 11 May 2011 53,163 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Steering wheel in a condition that hampers proper control (2.1.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 19 May 2010 52,218 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Upper Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Offside Front Upper Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Pass 1 Jun 2009 51,168 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 28 May 2009 51,152 miles

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

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 15 May 2008 49,780 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 25 Apr 2007 47,675 miles
Pass 8 May 2006 47,300 miles
Fail 2 May 2006 47,279 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d) DANGEROUS

Parking brake lever releases when knocked (3.1.6a) DANGEROUS

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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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UJB 809S is a 1978 MG Midget in Black with a 1,491cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 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 UJB 809S, 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 UJB 809S?

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What year was UJB 809S registered?

UJB 809S is a 1978 MG Midget, first registered on 17 March 1978.

Is UJB 809S safe to buy?

The MOT history for UJB 809S shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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