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HBB 558N

1975 MG Midget 1500

Green Petrol 1491cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Apr 2018
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

12,348 mi
Last recorded12,348 miles
Recorded on19 Apr 2017
Typical for 1975 MG Midget 150051,064 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHBB 558N
MakeMG
ModelMidget 1500
Year1975
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,491cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Apr 2017 12,348 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2015 12,262 miles

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

Pass 24 Sep 2014 12,216 miles
Pass 12 May 2011 12,171 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2011 12,167 miles

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 20 Mar 2010 11,234 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 4 Apr 2009 9,932 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2008 8,289 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2007 6,985 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2007 6,985 miles

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

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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HBB 558N is a 1975 MG Midget 1500 in Green with a 1,491cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1975 MG Midget 1500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.0% with a typical mileage of 51,064 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 HBB 558N, 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 51 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 HBB 558N registered?

HBB 558N is a 1975 MG Midget 1500, first registered on 7 February 1975.

Is HBB 558N safe to buy?

The MOT history for HBB 558N shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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