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AHC 659V

1979 MG Midget 1500

Green Petrol 1491cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Oct 2022
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

14,231 mi
Last recorded14,231 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2021
Typical for 1979 MG Midget 150058,797 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAHC 659V
MakeMG
ModelMidget 1500
Year1979
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,491cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2021 14,231 miles

Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All Four (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 7 Oct 2021 14,231 miles

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

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All Four (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 20 Oct 2020 14,184 miles
Pass 4 May 2018 13,817 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2012 7,993 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2010 6,315 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2009 6,301 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2008 6,287 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2007 6,287 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2006 6,262 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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AHC 659V is a 1979 MG Midget 1500 in Green with a 1,491cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 AHC 659V, 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 AHC 659V?

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What year was AHC 659V registered?

AHC 659V is a 1979 MG Midget 1500, first registered on 10 September 1979.

Is AHC 659V safe to buy?

The MOT history for AHC 659V shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AHC 659V have outstanding finance?

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