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LEY 88R

1976 MG Midget 1500

Blue Petrol 1491cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jun 2019
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

25,313 mi
Last recorded25,313 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2018
Typical for 1976 MG Midget 150061,266 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLEY 88R
MakeMG
ModelMidget 1500
Year1976
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,491cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 6 Jun 2018 25,313 miles
Pass 20 May 2017 24,036 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 28 May 2016 23,392 miles
Pass 23 May 2015 23,106 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2014 22,664 miles
Pass 25 May 2013 22,434 miles
Pass 26 May 2012 22,073 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2011 20,667 miles
Pass 22 May 2010 19,906 miles
Pass 23 May 2009 19,011 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2008 18,533 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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LEY 88R is a 1976 MG Midget 1500 in Blue with a 1,491cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 LEY 88R, 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 LEY 88R?

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What year was LEY 88R registered?

LEY 88R is a 1976 MG Midget 1500, first registered on 1 October 1976.

Is LEY 88R safe to buy?

The MOT history for LEY 88R shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LEY 88R have outstanding finance?

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