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LEJ 356R

1976 MG Midget 1500

Red Petrol 1491cc
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MOT Status

Tests1 (0 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate0%

Mileage

7,142 mi
Last recorded7,142 miles
Recorded on20 Sep 2005
Typical for 1976 MG Midget 150061,266 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLEJ 356R
MakeMG
ModelMidget 1500
Year1976
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,491cc

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MOT History

0 pass 1 fail
Fail 20 Sep 2005 7,142 miles

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Offside Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.D.4)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

slight movement ns front king pin

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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LEJ 356R is a 1976 MG Midget 1500 in Red with a 1,491cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 0%.

Across all 1976 MG Midget 1500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.7% with a typical mileage of 61,266 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 LEJ 356R, 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 50 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 LEJ 356R?

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What year was LEJ 356R registered?

LEJ 356R is a 1976 MG Midget 1500, first registered on 2 August 1976.

Is LEJ 356R safe to buy?

The MOT history for LEJ 356R shows 1 test with a 0% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LEJ 356R have outstanding finance?

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