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123 SMY

1983 MG Midget 1500

Green Petrol 1489cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jul 2013
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

11,605 mi
Last recorded11,605 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2012
Typical for 1983 MG Midget 150034,091 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration123 SMY
MakeMG
ModelMidget 1500
Year1983
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,489cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 17 Jul 2012 11,605 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2011 11,545 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

nearside front brake binds slightly

Pass 8 Jul 2010 11,369 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2009 11,266 miles

How Reliable is the MG Midget 1500?

Based on 40,016 MOT tests across 5,009 vehicles.

70.9%
Pass Rate
297
Miles/Year
51
Year Lifespan
5,009
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 1,890
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 1,878
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 1,859
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 1,853
Stop lamp not working 1,487
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123 SMY is a 1983 MG Midget 1500 in Green with a 1,489cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1983 MG Midget 1500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.7% with a typical mileage of 34,091 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG Midget 1500 fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 1,890 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 123 SMY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG Midget 1500 typically stays on UK roads for around 51 years. At 43 years old, this MG Midget 1500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was 123 SMY registered?

123 SMY is a 1983 MG Midget 1500, first registered on 26 November 1983.

Is 123 SMY safe to buy?

The MOT history for 123 SMY shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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