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MGZ 1851

1977 MG Midget

Red Petrol 1500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Feb 2015
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

86,682 mi
Last recorded86,682 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2014
Typical for 1977 MG Midget56,429 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMGZ 1851
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1977
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,500cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2014 86,682 miles

Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 24 Feb 2014 86,682 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 20 Feb 2013 86,257 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2011 89,193 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2010 85,860 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2010 85,859 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Nearside Rear Wheel insecure (4.2.A.1c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 21 May 2009 85,414 miles
Fail 20 May 2009 85,414 miles

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

How Reliable is the MG Midget?

Based on 84,419 MOT tests across 9,949 vehicles.

76.7%
Pass Rate
286
Miles/Year
63
Year Lifespan
9,949
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 2,648
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 2,284
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 2,239
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 2,079
Stop lamp not working 2,058
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MGZ 1851 is a 1977 MG Midget in Red with a 1,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 1977 MG Midget models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.8% with a typical mileage of 56,429 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 fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 2,648 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MGZ 1851, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG Midget typically stays on UK roads for around 63 years. At 49 years old, this MG Midget is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was MGZ 1851 registered?

MGZ 1851 is a 1977 MG Midget, first registered on 11 May 1977.

Is MGZ 1851 safe to buy?

The MOT history for MGZ 1851 shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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