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FTL 537T

1979 MG Midget 1500

Green Petrol 1491cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Aug 2020
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

8,046 mi
Last recorded8,046 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2019
Typical for 1979 MG Midget 150058,797 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFTL 537T
MakeMG
ModelMidget 1500
Year1979
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,491cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2019 8,046 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Jul 2018 7,841 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 13 Jul 2017 7,643 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2016 7,292 miles

washer pump leaking

Fail 15 Jul 2016 7,292 miles

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

washer pump leaking

Pass 11 Jun 2015 7,081 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Sep 2013 6,916 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2012 6,561 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 13 Jul 2011 6,391 miles

main brake pipe rusting

Pass 9 Jun 2010 5,958 miles

brake pipes rusting

Fail 9 Jun 2010 5,958 miles

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

brake pipes rusting

Pass 4 Jun 2009 5,594 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2007 5,065 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2007 5,065 miles

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

Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 27 Apr 2006 3,743 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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FTL 537T is a 1979 MG Midget 1500 in Green with a 1,491cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 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 FTL 537T, 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 FTL 537T registered?

FTL 537T is a 1979 MG Midget 1500, first registered on 7 March 1979.

Is FTL 537T safe to buy?

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