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LAB 514T

1979 MG Midget 1500

Brown Petrol 1491cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jul 2019
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

41,726 mi
Last recorded41,726 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2018
Typical for 1979 MG Midget 150058,797 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLAB 514T
MakeMG
ModelMidget 1500
Year1979
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,491cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 17 Jul 2018 41,726 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 4 Jul 2017 41,666 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2016 41,403 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2015 41,334 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2014 41,301 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2013 41,285 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2012 41,127 miles

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Oil leak

Pass 5 Jul 2011 40,909 miles

front brake disc's slightly pitted

oil leak

Pass 12 Jul 2010 40,829 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Oil leak

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

front brake discs pitted

Pass 13 Jul 2009 40,759 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Oil leak

Pass 11 Jul 2008 40,655 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 29 Jun 2007 40,594 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 10 Jul 2006 40,483 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2005 40,327 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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LAB 514T is a 1979 MG Midget 1500 in Brown with a 1,491cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 LAB 514T, 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 LAB 514T registered?

LAB 514T is a 1979 MG Midget 1500, first registered on 15 January 1979.

Is LAB 514T safe to buy?

The MOT history for LAB 514T shows 14 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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