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EAG 584T

1979 MG Midget 1500

Red Petrol 1491cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 May 2013
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

33,555 mi
Last recorded33,555 miles
Recorded on12 May 2012
Typical for 1979 MG Midget 150058,797 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEAG 584T
MakeMG
ModelMidget 1500
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,491cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 May 2012 33,555 miles

rear tyres cracking but no cords exposed

Pass 30 Mar 2012 33,550 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2011 33,531 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2011 33,531 miles

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

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 20 Apr 2010 33,493 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2009 32,987 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

rear tyres sidewalls cracking.

Pass 5 Jun 2008 32,747 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 7 Jun 2007 31,872 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2006 31,427 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2006 31,426 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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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EAG 584T is a 1979 MG Midget 1500 in Red with a 1,491cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 EAG 584T, 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 EAG 584T registered?

EAG 584T is a 1979 MG Midget 1500, first registered on 17 May 1979.

Is EAG 584T safe to buy?

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