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EJP 501V

1979 MG Midget 1500

Red Petrol 1491cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2016
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

69,000 mi
Last recorded69,000 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2015
Typical for 1979 MG Midget 150058,797 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEJP 501V
MakeMG
ModelMidget 1500
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,491cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2015 69,000 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2014 68,991 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2013 68,959 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2012 68,846 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2011 68,721 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2010 68,545 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2009 68,485 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2008 68,096 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2007 67,820 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2007 67,820 miles

Rear Leaf spring fractured (2.4.B.1a)

Pass 9 Sep 2006 67,497 miles

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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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EJP 501V is a 1979 MG Midget 1500 in Red with a 1,491cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 EJP 501V, 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

How do I check the history of EJP 501V?

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What year was EJP 501V registered?

EJP 501V is a 1979 MG Midget 1500, first registered on 6 August 1979.

Is EJP 501V safe to buy?

The MOT history for EJP 501V shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does EJP 501V have outstanding finance?

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