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ELE 171T

1979 MG Midget 1500

Silver Petrol 1491cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Apr 2017
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

87,476 mi
Last recorded87,476 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2016
Typical for 1979 MG Midget 150058,797 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationELE 171T
MakeMG
ModelMidget 1500
Year1979
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,491cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2016 87,476 miles

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Pass 19 Nov 2013 87,385 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2011 87,269 miles
Pass 26 May 2010 87,246 miles
Fail 29 May 2009 86,612 miles

Front Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 29 May 2009 86,612 miles
Pass 12 May 2008 86,610 miles
Fail 9 May 2008 86,608 miles

Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Pass 4 Nov 2005 86,608 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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ELE 171T is a 1979 MG Midget 1500 in Silver with a 1,491cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 ELE 171T, 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 ELE 171T?

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What year was ELE 171T registered?

ELE 171T is a 1979 MG Midget 1500, first registered on 27 January 1979.

Is ELE 171T safe to buy?

The MOT history for ELE 171T shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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