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ATM 255S

1978 MG Midget 1500

Red Petrol 1491cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jun 2019
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

51,361 mi
Last recorded51,361 miles
Recorded on18 May 2018
Typical for 1978 MG Midget 150060,768 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationATM 255S
MakeMG
ModelMidget 1500
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,491cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 18 May 2018 51,361 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2017 51,281 miles
Pass 10 May 2016 51,121 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2015 50,976 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2014 50,748 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2012 50,558 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2011 50,279 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2010 50,132 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2009 49,930 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2008 49,719 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2007 49,254 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2006 49,222 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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ATM 255S is a 1978 MG Midget 1500 in Red with a 1,491cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 ATM 255S, 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 ATM 255S?

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What year was ATM 255S registered?

ATM 255S is a 1978 MG Midget 1500, first registered on 14 July 1978.

Is ATM 255S safe to buy?

The MOT history for ATM 255S shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does ATM 255S have outstanding finance?

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