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MEL 262P

1976 MG Midget 1500

Red Petrol 1491cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Apr 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

79,456 mi
Last recorded79,456 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2017
Typical for 1976 MG Midget 150061,266 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMEL 262P
MakeMG
ModelMidget 1500
Year1976
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,491cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2017 79,456 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2017 79,456 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported bobbin broken (7.1.1)

Pass 2 Apr 2016 79,126 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2015 78,539 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2014 78,371 miles
Pass 11 May 2013 78,359 miles
Pass 8 May 2012 78,350 miles
Pass 6 May 2011 78,323 miles
Pass 14 May 2010 78,311 miles
Pass 29 May 2009 78,284 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2008 78,275 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2007 78,207 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2006 78,110 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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MEL 262P is a 1976 MG Midget 1500 in Red with a 1,491cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 MEL 262P, 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 MEL 262P?

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What year was MEL 262P registered?

MEL 262P is a 1976 MG Midget 1500, first registered on 14 January 1976.

Is MEL 262P safe to buy?

The MOT history for MEL 262P shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does MEL 262P have outstanding finance?

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