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KUA 503V

1979 MG Midget 1500

Red Petrol 1491cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Dec 2020
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

51,054 mi
Last recorded51,054 miles
Recorded on21 Jun 2019
Typical for 1979 MG Midget 150058,797 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKUA 503V
MakeMG
ModelMidget 1500
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,491cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Jun 2019 51,054 miles
Pass 22 May 2018 50,975 miles
Pass 30 May 2017 50,737 miles
Pass 31 May 2016 50,488 miles
Pass 29 May 2015 50,310 miles
Pass 29 May 2014 49,952 miles
Pass 31 May 2013 49,651 miles
Pass 22 May 2012 49,542 miles
Pass 5 May 2011 49,494 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2009 49,444 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2008 49,398 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2007 49,350 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2007 49,330 miles

Nearside Rear brake drum contaminated by oil (3.5.1h)

Pass 6 Jul 2006 49,292 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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KUA 503V is a 1979 MG Midget 1500 in Red with a 1,491cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 KUA 503V, 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 KUA 503V?

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What year was KUA 503V registered?

KUA 503V is a 1979 MG Midget 1500, first registered on 1 October 1979.

Is KUA 503V safe to buy?

The MOT history for KUA 503V 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.

Does KUA 503V have outstanding finance?

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