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BBU 296T

1979 MG Midget 1500

Blue Petrol 1491cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Aug 2023
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

54,419 mi
Last recorded54,419 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2022
Typical for 1979 MG Midget 150058,797 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBBU 296T
MakeMG
ModelMidget 1500
Year1979
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,491cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 2 Aug 2022 54,419 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 31 Aug 2021 53,964 miles

Coolant leak ()

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Aug 2020 53,063 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2019 52,068 miles

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in an anchor pin and/or bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in an anchor pin and/or bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Apr 2018 50,795 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2017 49,738 miles

Oil leak ()

Pass 30 Mar 2016 48,600 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2015 46,931 miles

Nearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Offside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 22 Mar 2014 45,328 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2013 44,468 miles

Oil leak

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 17 Mar 2012 43,240 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 27 Nov 2010 41,356 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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BBU 296T is a 1979 MG Midget 1500 in Blue with a 1,491cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 BBU 296T, 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

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What year was BBU 296T registered?

BBU 296T is a 1979 MG Midget 1500, first registered on 19 January 1979.

Is BBU 296T safe to buy?

The MOT history for BBU 296T 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.

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