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HLG 709N

1975 MG Midget 1500

Orange Petrol 1491cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 May 2024
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

6,245 mi
Last recorded6,245 miles
Recorded on25 May 2023
Typical for 1975 MG Midget 150051,064 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHLG 709N
MakeMG
ModelMidget 1500
Year1975
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,491cc
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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 May 2023 6,245 miles

clutch pedal anti slip missing

Fail 23 May 2023 6,240 miles

Horn sound not in accordance with requirements (7.7 (c))

Nearside Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Offside Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))

Offside Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

clutch pedal anti slip missing

hazard lights not working

Pass 22 Apr 2021 5,769 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2018 4,679 miles

Front Lower Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Nearside Front Lower Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Lower Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 13 Feb 2017 2,990 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2016 2,906 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2015 2,837 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2014 2,758 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2013 2,728 miles
Pass 8 May 2012 2,387 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2011 2,314 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2010 2,190 miles
Pass 28 May 2009 2,065 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2008 1,980 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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HLG 709N is a 1975 MG Midget 1500 in Orange with a 1,491cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 HLG 709N, 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.

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What year was HLG 709N registered?

HLG 709N is a 1975 MG Midget 1500, first registered on 14 January 1975.

Is HLG 709N safe to buy?

The MOT history for HLG 709N shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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