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WEP 261T

1978 MG Midget

Black Petrol 1500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jan 2009
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

12,835 mi
Last recorded12,835 miles
Recorded on19 Jan 2008
Typical for 1978 MG Midget57,304 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWEP 261T
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1978
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,500cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Jan 2008 12,835 miles

Nearside Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Fail 19 Jan 2008 12,835 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)

Nearside Headlamps matched pair are not the same size (1.7.6)

Nearside Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 31 Jan 2007 12,212 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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WEP 261T is a 1978 MG Midget in Black with a 1,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 WEP 261T, 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 WEP 261T?

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What year was WEP 261T registered?

WEP 261T is a 1978 MG Midget, first registered on 3 October 1978.

Is WEP 261T safe to buy?

The MOT history for WEP 261T shows 3 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.

Does WEP 261T have outstanding finance?

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