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FTW 817T

1979 MG Midget 1500

Black Petrol 1491cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jul 2014
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

82,317 mi
Last recorded82,317 miles
Recorded on19 Jul 2013
Typical for 1979 MG Midget 150058,797 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this MG
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFTW 817T
MakeMG
ModelMidget 1500
Year1979
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,491cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 19 Jul 2013 82,317 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2011 81,327 miles

Nearside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Offside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Pass 19 Jun 2010 88,582 miles

Unable to full assces welding repairs

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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FTW 817T is a 1979 MG Midget 1500 in Black with a 1,491cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 FTW 817T, 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 FTW 817T?

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What year was FTW 817T registered?

FTW 817T is a 1979 MG Midget 1500, first registered on 6 June 1979.

Is FTW 817T safe to buy?

The MOT history for FTW 817T shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FTW 817T have outstanding finance?

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