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AFC 396V

1979 MG Midget 1500

Green Petrol 1491cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jun 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

91,124 mi
Last recorded91,124 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2026
Typical for 1979 MG Midget 150058,797 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAFC 396V
MakeMG
ModelMidget 1500
Year1979
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,491cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2026 91,124 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Jun 2025 91,089 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Jun 2024 91,063 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Jun 2023 90,969 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

fuel pipe to front carb perishing

Pass 25 May 2022 90,937 miles
Fail 20 May 2022 90,919 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 19 May 2021 90,868 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 29 May 2020 90,768 miles
Pass 17 May 2019 90,679 miles
Pass 25 May 2018 90,621 miles
Pass 19 May 2017 90,419 miles
Pass 27 May 2016 89,991 miles
Pass 22 May 2015 89,505 miles
Pass 23 May 2014 89,106 miles
Pass 22 May 2013 88,629 miles
Pass 25 May 2012 88,391 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2011 87,996 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2011 87,986 miles

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Pass 28 May 2010 87,069 miles

nearside lower fulcrum pin slight play

Pass 29 May 2009 86,513 miles
Pass 23 May 2008 86,049 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2007 85,486 miles
Pass 26 May 2006 34,703 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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AFC 396V is a 1979 MG Midget 1500 in Green with a 1,491cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

Across all 1979 MG Midget 1500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.3% with a typical mileage of 58,797 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 AFC 396V, 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 47 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 AFC 396V?

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What year was AFC 396V registered?

AFC 396V is a 1979 MG Midget 1500, first registered on 29 October 1979.

Is AFC 396V safe to buy?

The MOT history for AFC 396V shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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