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KYC 401V

1979 MG Midget 1500

Blue Petrol 1491cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Oct 2020
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

99,129 mi
Last recorded99,129 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2019
Typical for 1979 MG Midget 150058,797 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKYC 401V
MakeMG
ModelMidget 1500
Year1979
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,491cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 18 Apr 2019 99,129 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2019 99,127 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2018 98,769 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2018 98,769 miles

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

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 11 Apr 2017 98,548 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2016 98,245 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2015 98,076 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2015 98,076 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Nearside Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

Pass 3 Apr 2014 97,858 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2014 97,858 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Steering column will not lock in a fixed position (adjustable type) (2.1.2a)

Pass 18 Mar 2013 97,713 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2010 97,595 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 25 Mar 2010 97,595 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2009 97,425 miles

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 24 Mar 2009 97,425 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2008 97,145 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2008 97,145 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Pass 4 Apr 2007 96,874 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2006 96,427 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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KYC 401V is a 1979 MG Midget 1500 in Blue with a 1,491cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 KYC 401V, 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

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What year was KYC 401V registered?

KYC 401V is a 1979 MG Midget 1500, first registered on 13 August 1979.

Is KYC 401V safe to buy?

The MOT history for KYC 401V shows 19 tests with a 68.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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