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GYG 150T

1979 MG Midget 1500

Red Petrol 1491cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Apr 2027
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

86,263 mi
Last recorded86,263 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2026
Typical for 1979 MG Midget 150058,797 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGYG 150T
MakeMG
ModelMidget 1500
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,491cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2026 86,263 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2023 83,949 miles
Pass 28 May 2019 80,950 miles
Pass 17 May 2018 79,617 miles
Fail 17 May 2018 79,617 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 26 Oct 2016 78,851 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2015 77,955 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2014 74,972 miles
Pass 20 May 2013 73,204 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2012 71,225 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2012 71,223 miles

Offside Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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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GYG 150T is a 1979 MG Midget 1500 in Red with a 1,491cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 GYG 150T, 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 GYG 150T?

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What year was GYG 150T registered?

GYG 150T is a 1979 MG Midget 1500, first registered on 15 June 1979.

Is GYG 150T safe to buy?

The MOT history for GYG 150T shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GYG 150T have outstanding finance?

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