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WFH 33S

1978 MG Midget

Yellow Petrol 1500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jul 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

20,975 mi
Last recorded20,975 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2017
Typical for 1978 MG Midget57,304 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWFH 33S
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1978
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,500cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2017 20,975 miles

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

Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush BOTH REAR (2.4.B.2)

Oil leak ()

Pass 15 Jul 2016 20,249 miles

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

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Pass 15 Jul 2015 18,901 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2014 18,002 miles

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

Pass 12 Jul 2013 16,692 miles

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

Pass 19 Jul 2012 16,211 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2011 16,074 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2010 15,330 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2009 13,313 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2008 11,291 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2007 8,931 miles
Pass 12 May 2006 7,462 miles
Fail 5 May 2006 7,412 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has excessive wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Offside Rear Leaf spring deteriorated and seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

Offside Rear Leaf spring has excessive wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Rear Leaf spring fractured (2.4.B.1a)

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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WFH 33S is a 1978 MG Midget in Yellow with a 1,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 WFH 33S, 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

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What year was WFH 33S registered?

WFH 33S is a 1978 MG Midget, first registered on 1 January 1978.

Is WFH 33S safe to buy?

The MOT history for WFH 33S 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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