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MKZ 8292

1979 MG Midget 1500

Green Petrol 1491cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jul 2021
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

92,313 mi
Last recorded92,313 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2020
Typical for 1979 MG Midget 150058,797 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMKZ 8292
MakeMG
ModelMidget 1500
Year1979
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,491cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2020 92,313 miles

Front o/s and n/s some free play in lower swivels and fulcrum pins

Nearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement upper arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 15 Jul 2020 92,313 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm insecurely attached shock absorber arm free play (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength floor to sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Leaf spring anchor bracket insecure to the extent that relative movement is visible bolts loose on mounting bracket x2 (5.3.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front o/s and n/s some free play in lower swivels and fulcrum pins

Horn not working properly (7.7 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Apr 2016 92,309 miles

Nearside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 23 May 2012 92,249 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2012 92,246 miles

Fuel system component insecure (7.2.1)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

battery insecure

Pass 17 May 2006 91,667 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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MKZ 8292 is a 1979 MG Midget 1500 in Green with a 1,491cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1979 MG Midget 1500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.3% with a typical mileage of 58,797 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 MKZ 8292, 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 47 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 MKZ 8292 registered?

MKZ 8292 is a 1979 MG Midget 1500, first registered on 29 November 1979.

Is MKZ 8292 safe to buy?

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