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VVU 175S

1978 MG Midget

Blue Petrol 1500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Sep 2024
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

74,375 mi
Last recorded74,375 miles
Recorded on13 Sep 2023
Typical for 1978 MG Midget57,304 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVVU 175S
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1978
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,500cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Sep 2023 74,375 miles

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

Pass 28 Sep 2022 74,212 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2021 73,890 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2020 73,581 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2019 73,286 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2018 72,889 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2017 72,222 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2016 71,746 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2015 71,354 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2014 71,005 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2013 70,625 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2012 70,194 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2011 69,815 miles

Nearside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 20 Sep 2010 69,530 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2010 69,530 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 22 Sep 2009 69,215 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2009 69,215 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 12 Sep 2008 68,834 miles

Nearside Front Steering lock stop deformed but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Pass 7 Sep 2007 68,428 miles

N/S REAR BRAKE BINDING

Pass 28 Sep 2006 68,340 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2006 68,340 miles

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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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VVU 175S is a 1978 MG Midget in Blue with a 1,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 VVU 175S, 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 VVU 175S?

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What year was VVU 175S registered?

VVU 175S is a 1978 MG Midget, first registered on 3 February 1978.

Is VVU 175S safe to buy?

The MOT history for VVU 175S shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VVU 175S have outstanding finance?

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