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MOW 768R

1977 MG Midget 1500

Black Petrol 1491cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Nov 2007
Tests4 (1 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate25%

Mileage

25,466 mi
Last recorded25,466 miles
Recorded on6 May 2009
Typical for 1977 MG Midget 150057,996 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMOW 768R
MakeMG
ModelMidget 1500
Year1977
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,491cc

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MOT History

1 pass 3 fail
Fail 6 May 2009 25,466 miles

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

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

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

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

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

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is inadequately repaired (5.2.6)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (2.4.A.3)

Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (2.4.A.3)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Corrosion underbonnet at nearside, by screen wash bottle.

Welding repairs have trapped and burnt reverse lamp wires in boot.

Pass 9 Nov 2006 24,039 miles

Advise corrosion to NSF floor area. Non prescribed area

Advise corrosion to OSF wheel arch area. Non prescribed area

Fail 9 Nov 2006 24,039 miles

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

Advise corrosion to NSF floor area

Advise corrosion to OSF wheel arch area. Non prescribed area

Fail 27 Sep 2005 22,619 miles

Nearside Rear Leaf spring fractured (2.4.B.1a)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Axle king pin has excessive play in pin and/or bush adversely affecting the steering (2.5.A.3a)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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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MOW 768R is a 1977 MG Midget 1500 in Black with a 1,491cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 25%.

Across all 1977 MG Midget 1500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.5% with a typical mileage of 57,996 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 MOW 768R, 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 49 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 MOW 768R registered?

MOW 768R is a 1977 MG Midget 1500, first registered on 8 February 1977.

Is MOW 768R safe to buy?

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