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EKL 744T

1979 MG Midget 1500

Black Petrol 1491cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jun 2019
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

14,047 mi
Last recorded14,047 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2018
Typical for 1979 MG Midget 150058,797 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEKL 744T
MakeMG
ModelMidget 1500
Year1979
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,491cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2018 14,047 miles

Nearside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Offside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Oct 2016 14,035 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2015 14,030 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2014 13,965 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2012 13,762 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2011 13,125 miles

Nearside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

Oil leak

Spare tyre punctured

Fail 8 Mar 2011 13,124 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

Oil leak

Spare tyre punctured

Pass 29 Dec 2009 11,426 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2008 7,439 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2008 7,439 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 20 Jul 2007 7,436 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2006 6,620 miles

n/s spring hangers showing signs of wear †sight corrosion on bump stop mount †overheated on test †o/s/f wheel bearing has play

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
Full MG Midget 1500 reliability report

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EKL 744T is a 1979 MG Midget 1500 in Black with a 1,491cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 EKL 744T, 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 EKL 744T registered?

EKL 744T is a 1979 MG Midget 1500, first registered on 29 June 1979.

Is EKL 744T safe to buy?

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