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AAC 839S

1978 MG Midget 1500

Blue Petrol 1491cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Aug 2021
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

81,792 mi
Last recorded81,792 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2020
Typical for 1978 MG Midget 150060,768 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this MG
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAAC 839S
MakeMG
ModelMidget 1500
Year1978
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,491cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2020 81,792 miles

Unable to fully inspect due to covers and shields

Pass 9 Apr 2018 80,893 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2018 80,893 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 8 Aug 2013 80,782 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2012 80,736 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2011 80,564 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension retaining device missing (2.5.A.4)

Nearside Front Hydraulic brake cylinder locking device insecure (3.6.A.2d)

Pass 4 Aug 2011 80,564 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2010 80,472 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2009 80,265 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2008 80,144 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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AAC 839S is a 1978 MG Midget 1500 in Blue with a 1,491cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1978 MG Midget 1500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.2% with a typical mileage of 60,768 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 AAC 839S, 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 48 years old, this MG Midget 1500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AAC 839S?

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What year was AAC 839S registered?

AAC 839S is a 1978 MG Midget 1500, first registered on 17 May 1978.

Is AAC 839S safe to buy?

The MOT history for AAC 839S shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AAC 839S have outstanding finance?

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