£2,998 (Est: £3,000 - £4,000)
1978 MG Midget 1500
WB & Sons • UK • 25 Jul 2026
Market Position:
Lower Mid-Market
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£2,998 (Est: £3,000 - £4,000)
1978 MG Midget 1500
UK • 25 Jul 2026 • Lot 21
Vehicle Details
AI Listing Summary
This 1978 MG Midget 1500 has just undergone a significant mechanical refresh with a large spend on new components, including brakes, suspension, and engine parts. With a current MOT until June 2027 and only 71,000 miles showing, it represents a well-maintained example of the classic roadster.
Condition
8
The car has undergone extensive recent servicing and replacement of numerous parts including hoses, engine mounts, timing chain, brake system components, and tires. While not explicitly stated as 'pristine', the comprehensive list of recent work suggests it is in excellent mechanical condition with potential for only minor cosmetic needs.
/ 10
71,000 miles
GAN6205495G
RHD
United Kingdom
Manual
TTN208S
1978
Auction
£2,998 (Est: £3,000 - £4,000)
1978 MG Midget 1500
WB & Sons • UK • 25 Jul 2026
Market Position:
Lower Mid-Market
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Description
Registration: TTN208S VIN: GAN6205495G Mileage Showing: 71,000 Transmission: Manual MOT: 18/06/2027 Number of Keys: 1 V5 on Site: Yes
Price Analysis vs Other Midget 1500s
£260
Lowest Price (Since 2020)
£3,962
Median Price (Since 2020)
£24,177
Highest Price (Since 2020)
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MOT Information
Valid
Expires on 18th Jun 2027
Latest MOT mileage:
71,088 miles
MOT History
Passed
On 19th Jun 2026, 71,088 miles
Passed
On 20th Oct 2007, 71,060 miles
Failed
On 19th Oct 2007, 71,060 miles
There were 4 defects noted.
Fail:
- All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)
- Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
- Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)
- Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
MOT Mileage Trend
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Auction House Headquarters
WB & Sons
Samson Close, Killingworth, Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear, NE12 6DX
Based in Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear, WB & Sons is a physical auction house dealing in classic, vintage, and modern classic vehicles. They hold regular live auctions and offer vehicle consignment services.
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