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LJX 727T

1978 MG Midget 1500

Green Petrol 1491cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 May 2019
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

34,379 mi
Last recorded34,379 miles
Recorded on31 May 2018
Typical for 1978 MG Midget 150060,768 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJX 727T
MakeMG
ModelMidget 1500
Year1978
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,491cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 31 May 2018 34,379 miles
Pass 26 May 2017 31,285 miles
Pass 13 May 2016 29,520 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2015 29,404 miles

bottom engine is oily

corrosion to n/side front inner wing by air intake pipe

corrosion to n/side rear chassis by suspension bump stop

corrosion to o/side front subframe-chassis rail near suspension lower arm mounting

corrosion to o/side rear chassis near rear suspension lever arm

n/side front floor by outer sill corroding

n/side front inner upper wheel arch corroding

n/side front outer sill corroding

o/side wiper small split

slight exhaust leak

some corrosion to n/side rear boot floor

Pass 14 Jul 2014 29,158 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2013 28,670 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2012 28,638 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2010 28,597 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

brake pedal rubber worn

offside front brake slight binding

Pass 21 Jun 2006 28,559 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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LJX 727T is a 1978 MG Midget 1500 in Green with a 1,491cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1978 MG Midget 1500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.2% with a typical mileage of 60,768 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 LJX 727T, 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 48 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 LJX 727T registered?

LJX 727T is a 1978 MG Midget 1500, first registered on 1 August 1978.

Is LJX 727T safe to buy?

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