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WBW 993M

1973 MG Midget

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Apr 2019
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

95,666 mi
Last recorded95,666 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2018
Typical for 1973 MG Midget36,544 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWBW 993M
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1973
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2018 95,666 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2017 95,626 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2016 95,585 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases tail box (7.1.2)

Pass 9 Jul 2014 95,538 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2013 95,484 miles

o/s rear leaf spring weak

Pass 21 Jun 2012 95,433 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2011 95,310 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2010 95,178 miles

Offside Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

Pass 2 Jul 2009 94,832 miles

Offside Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

Pass 19 Jun 2008 94,414 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2007 94,223 miles

Offside Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

Fail 18 Apr 2006 94,070 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (hotspot centre above the horizontal 0% line) (1.6.C1)

Pass 18 Apr 2006 94,070 miles

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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WBW 993M is a 1973 MG Midget in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 1973 MG Midget models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.3% with a typical mileage of 36,544 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 WBW 993M, 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 53 years old, this MG Midget is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of WBW 993M?

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What year was WBW 993M registered?

WBW 993M is a 1973 MG Midget, first registered on 1 November 1973.

Is WBW 993M safe to buy?

The MOT history for WBW 993M shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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