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FDX 957T

1979 MG Midget 1500

Red Petrol 1491cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Mar 2016
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

60,794 mi
Last recorded60,794 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2015
Typical for 1979 MG Midget 150058,797 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFDX 957T
MakeMG
ModelMidget 1500
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,491cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Mar 2015 60,794 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 11 Jul 2012 60,489 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Oil leak

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

advanced deterioration perishing to front & rear suspension rubbers & bushes

Pass 17 Jun 2010 60,374 miles

Offside Rear Leaf spring shackle pin slightly loose in its bracket (2.4.B.3a)

Oil leak

Poor pattern on head lights.

Fail 10 Jun 2010 60,368 miles

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has a deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Offside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Rear Brake pivot excessively worn and seriously weakened (3.5.1e)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Leaf spring shackle pin slightly loose in its bracket (2.4.B.3a)

Oil leak

Poor pattern on head lights.

Fail 6 Apr 2006 59,522 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly damaged (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

rear brake imbalance 20%

Pass 6 Apr 2006 59,522 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly damaged (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

rear brake imbalance 20%

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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FDX 957T is a 1979 MG Midget 1500 in Red with a 1,491cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FDX 957T, 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 FDX 957T?

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What year was FDX 957T registered?

FDX 957T is a 1979 MG Midget 1500, first registered on 26 April 1979.

Is FDX 957T safe to buy?

The MOT history for FDX 957T shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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