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DVY 855S

1977 MG Midget 1500

Green Petrol 1491cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Feb 2027
Tests21 (21 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

24,130 mi
Last recorded24,130 miles
Recorded on21 Jan 2026
Typical for 1977 MG Midget 150057,996 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDVY 855S
MakeMG
ModelMidget 1500
Year1977
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,491cc

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MOT History

21 pass
Pass 21 Jan 2026 24,130 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2025 23,750 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2024 23,285 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2023 22,712 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2022 22,183 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2021 21,493 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2020 20,699 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2019 19,780 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2018 18,904 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2017 18,138 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2016 17,391 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2015 16,527 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2014 15,807 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2013 15,054 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2012 14,455 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2011 13,116 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2010 12,161 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2009 10,997 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2008 10,195 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2007 9,541 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2006 8,661 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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DVY 855S is a 1977 MG Midget 1500 in Green with a 1,491cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1977 MG Midget 1500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.5% with a typical mileage of 57,996 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 DVY 855S, 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 49 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 DVY 855S?

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What year was DVY 855S registered?

DVY 855S is a 1977 MG Midget 1500, first registered on 1 August 1977.

Is DVY 855S safe to buy?

The MOT history for DVY 855S shows 21 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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