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WKV 689K

1971 MG Midget

Green Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Mar 2017
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

81,861 mi
Last recorded81,861 miles
Recorded on7 Mar 2016
Typical for 1971 MG Midget36,459 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWKV 689K
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1971
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Mar 2016 81,861 miles

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 4 Mar 2015 80,942 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2014 79,526 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2013 78,424 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2012 77,917 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2009 77,894 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2009 77,888 miles

Centre Brake relay lever locking device insecure (3.5.1l)

Front Mechanical brake component locking device insecure (3.5.1l)

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer missing (7.2.4c)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Rear Brake cable locking device missing (3.5.1l)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

both rear & n/s/f tyres perishing

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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WKV 689K is a 1971 MG Midget in Green with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1971 MG Midget models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.3% with a typical mileage of 36,459 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 WKV 689K, 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 55 years old, this MG Midget is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was WKV 689K registered?

WKV 689K is a 1971 MG Midget, first registered on 1 August 1971.

Is WKV 689K safe to buy?

The MOT history for WKV 689K shows 7 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 WKV 689K have outstanding finance?

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