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AVL 735S

1978 MG Midget 1500

Yellow Petrol 1491cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Mar 2020
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

85,726 mi
Last recorded85,726 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2019
Typical for 1978 MG Midget 150060,768 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAVL 735S
MakeMG
ModelMidget 1500
Year1978
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,491cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Mar 2019 85,726 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2017 85,411 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2016 85,256 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2015 84,749 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2014 83,888 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2013 82,864 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2012 81,769 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2011 81,186 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2010 79,303 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2009 79,238 miles

Nearside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 26 Aug 2008 78,762 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2008 78,762 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 25 Jan 2008 78,455 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2007 77,897 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2006 77,355 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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AVL 735S is a 1978 MG Midget 1500 in Yellow with a 1,491cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 AVL 735S, 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 AVL 735S?

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What year was AVL 735S registered?

AVL 735S is a 1978 MG Midget 1500, first registered on 12 May 1978.

Is AVL 735S safe to buy?

The MOT history for AVL 735S shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AVL 735S have outstanding finance?

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